Across the reporting yards on 25 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Gorakhpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Gorakhpur APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 3.5% below the period average, and just 10.4% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gorakhpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tulsipur APMC Leader | ₹9,450 |
| 2 Begamganj APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Panna APMC | ₹8,799 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Momanbadodiya APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 6 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 7 Agar APMC | ₹8,190 |
| 8 Khurai APMC | ₹8,010 |
| 9 Bina APMC | ₹8,001 |
| 10 Vidisha APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Dewas APMC | ₹7,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,050 (27.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,250, with the average around ₹5,802. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,305 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,305 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,750 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,725 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 | ₹5,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,405 | ₹5,390 | ₹5,405 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,820 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,605 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,605 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Gorakhpur APMC on 25 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.