In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in LavKush Nagar(Laundi) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,750
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Jul 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 5.4% below the period average, and just 9.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 17 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,450 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹9,090 |
| 3 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Jaora APMC | ₹8,875 |
| 5 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Khujner APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,381 |
| 8 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹8,196 |
| 9 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,026 |
| 10 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,770 |
| 11 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Sironj APMC | ₹7,415 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lentil(Masur)(Whole).
A spread of ₹2,035 (27.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at LavKush Nagar(Laundi) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹6,250, with the average around ₹5,970. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹5,705 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,020 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,250 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,990 | ₹5,990 | ₹5,990 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,825 | ₹5,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,650 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,050 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The day's best Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: LavKush Nagar(Laundi) APMC reported Lentil(Masur)(Whole) at this level on 17 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.