Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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 4.6% above the period average, sitting just 9.4% 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.
That ₹1,249 (16.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹4,850 and ₹7,950, with the average around ₹6,886. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
For Lentil(Masur)(Whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate at Sitmau APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.