Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,680 per quintal in Piplya APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,680
- Lowest Price Today₹6,351
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,680
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 4.7% above the period average, sitting just 2.1% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Begamganj APMC Leader | ₹8,900 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹8,631 |
| 5 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,570 |
| 6 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 7 Khilchipur APMC | ₹7,970 |
| 8 Jaora APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,801 |
| 11 Sagar APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,651 |
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.
At ₹1,249 (16.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Piplya APMC ranged between ₹5,851 and ₹6,821, with the average around ₹6,379. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,680 | ₹6,351 | ₹6,680 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 | ₹6,210 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,821 | ₹6,331 | ₹6,821 |
| 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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Piplya APMC on 20 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.