Turning to the 18 Jul 2026 APMC board, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.2% above the period average and just 5.7% 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 18 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 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,631 |
| 2 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Damoh APMC | ₹9,350 |
| 4 Pachaur(F&V) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Jaora APMC | ₹8,599 |
| 6 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,555 |
| 7 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Khilchipur APMC | ₹8,075 |
| 11 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khujner APMC | ₹7,865 |
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 ₹1,766 (22.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹5,200 and ₹7,950, with the average around ₹6,934. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹7,950 | ₹5,501 | ₹7,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,291 | ₹7,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,351 | ₹6,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹5,301 | ₹7,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,850 | ₹5,951 | ₹7,850 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,617 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,617 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,801 | ₹5,801 | ₹5,801 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,260 | ₹6,450 | ₹7,260 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,270 | ₹6,270 | ₹6,270 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,730 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,730 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,790 | ₹6,790 | ₹6,790 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,770 | ₹6,601 | ₹6,770 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,601 | ₹6,201 | ₹7,601 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,490 | ₹6,201 | ₹7,490 |
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
When picking where to sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) traded at this rate in Sitmau APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.