Based on what the markets reported on 21 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Dindori APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 4.7% below the period average — just 10.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dindori APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Agar APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Panna APMC | ₹8,480 |
| 5 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Katni APMC | ₹8,325 |
| 7 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 8 Jhalarapatan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Khujner APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,835 |
| 11 Sironj APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,625 |
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).
That ₹4,075 (53.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Dindori APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹5,455. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,510 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,450 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,250 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,480 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,480 |
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
Going to the top Lentil(Masur)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dindori APMC logged this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 21 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.