In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Oct 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Mandla APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 4.3% below the period average, and just 7.5% 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 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mandla APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹10,860 |
| 2 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,130 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 5 Rahatgarh APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 6 Biaora APMC | ₹6,655 |
| 7 Sagar APMC | ₹6,110 |
| 8 Rajgarh APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Mandla APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹5,860 (117.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Mandla APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹5,405, with the average around ₹5,226. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,405 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,405 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,175 | ₹5,175 | ₹5,175 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
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
The headline Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Mandla APMC on 24 Oct 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.