In the day's wholesale-price digest for 05 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,440 per quintal in Shamgarh APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹8,440
- Lowest Price Today₹7,725
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,440
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 20.4% above the period average, sitting right at 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 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Damoh APMC Leader | ₹9,380 |
| 2 Shamgarh APMC | ₹8,440 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,330 |
| 4 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹8,001 |
| 5 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,975 |
| 6 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,638 |
| 8 Agar APMC | ₹7,601 |
| 9 Khujner APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Biaora APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,050 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,330 (33.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Shamgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,440, with the average around ₹7,011. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹8,440 | ₹7,725 | ₹8,440 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,112 | ₹8,112 | ₹8,112 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,777 | ₹7,699 | ₹7,777 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,999 | ₹5,999 | ₹5,999 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,501 | ₹7,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,615 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,615 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,501 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,501 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,501 | ₹6,101 | ₹6,501 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,530 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,101 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,101 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,291 | ₹7,291 | ₹7,291 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,199 | ₹2,851 | ₹7,199 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,390 | ₹7,180 | ₹7,390 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,651 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,651 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,550 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,550 |
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
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 Shamgarh APMC on 05 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.