In the price report dated 18 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Gorakhpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.6% above the period average and just 2.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,631 |
| 2 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Damoh APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 4 Pachaur(F&V) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Jaora APMC | ₹8,599 |
| 6 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,555 |
| 7 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Khilchipur APMC | ₹8,075 |
| 11 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khujner APMC | ₹7,865 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,766 (22.5%) 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 Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,250, with the average around ₹5,888. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jul | ₹6,115 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,250 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,070 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,925 | ₹5,875 | ₹5,925 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,815 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,815 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,025 | ₹6,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,920 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,900 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,015 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,015 |
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
Selling Lentil(Masur)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gorakhpur APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 18 Jul 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.