Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Guna APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 6.5% below the period average, sitting just 35.6% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Guna APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Damoh APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Agar APMC | ₹8,631 |
| 4 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,570 |
| 5 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 6 Khilchipur APMC | ₹7,970 |
| 7 Jaora APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 8 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,801 |
| 10 Sagar APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,651 |
| 12 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,600 |
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.
That ₹1,200 (15.8%) 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 ₹6,202. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,170 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,170 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,840 | ₹4,650 | ₹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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate at Guna APMC on 20 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.