As fresh arrivals settled on 06 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,490 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹7,490
- Lowest Price Today₹6,201
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,490
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Jul 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 9.8% above the period average and just 5.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 06 Jul 2026, so you can see where Sitmau APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Begamganj APMC Leader | ₹8,410 |
| 2 Dei APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Banda APMC | ₹8,040 |
| 5 Katni APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹7,991 |
| 7 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Panna APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,490 |
| 11 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹7,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,010 (13.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹4,850 and ₹7,950, with the average around ₹6,823. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep | ₹6,571 | ₹6,571 | ₹6,571 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,991 | ₹6,251 | ₹6,991 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,601 | ₹5,800 | ₹7,601 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,970 | ₹5,951 | ₹6,970 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,291 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,291 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,701 | ₹5,701 | ₹5,701 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,940 | ₹5,940 | ₹5,940 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹5,003 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,851 | ₹4,850 | ₹6,851 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,201 | ₹5,451 | ₹6,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,380 | ₹6,371 | ₹6,380 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,250 | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,180 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,820 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,820 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,591 | ₹5,940 | ₹6,591 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹5,501 | ₹7,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,291 | ₹7,300 |
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
Before carting Lentil(Masur)(Whole) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sitmau APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 06 Jul 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.