Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,400 per quintal in Piplya APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yards.
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₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 1.4% above the period average, sitting just 5.5% 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
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 | ₹8,590 |
| 6 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,515 |
| 9 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Ashta APMC | ₹7,481 |
| 11 Manasa APMC | ₹7,401 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹7,300 |
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).
At ₹1,950 (26.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Piplya APMC ranged between ₹5,851 and ₹6,771, with the average around ₹6,310. 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 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,771 | ₹6,771 | ₹6,771 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,241 | ₹6,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,467 | ₹6,467 | ₹6,467 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,126 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,126 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,214 | ₹5,851 | ₹6,214 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,100 | ₹5,961 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,101 | ₹5,955 | ₹6,101 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Piplya APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.