Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,840 per quintal in Guna APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,840
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,840
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 6.0% below the period average, sitting just 35.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Agar APMC | ₹9,201 |
| 3 Begamganj APMC | ₹9,185 |
| 4 Tulsipur APMC | ₹9,020 |
| 5 Damoh APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,515 |
| 10 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Ashta APMC | ₹7,481 |
| 12 Mandsaur APMC | ₹7,450 |
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 ₹1,800 (24.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Guna APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,213. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,840 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,840 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,210 | ₹6,095 | ₹6,210 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,775 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,775 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,080 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,080 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,725 | ₹5,725 | ₹5,725 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,420 | ₹5,940 | ₹6,420 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,370 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,370 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,455 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,455 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,235 | ₹6,220 | ₹6,235 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,095 | ₹5,935 | ₹6,095 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,290 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,285 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,375 | ₹5,690 | ₹6,375 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,165 | ₹5,410 | ₹6,165 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,195 | ₹5,805 | ₹6,145 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,295 | ₹6,055 | ₹6,225 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,390 | ₹5,310 | ₹5,975 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,840 | ₹5,840 | ₹5,840 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,340 | ₹5,590 | ₹6,340 |
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
For Lentil(Masur)(Whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate at Guna APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.