In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,809 per quintal in Kareli APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,809
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,809
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 9.0% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,290 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Damoh APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 4 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Vidisha APMC | ₹8,098 |
| 6 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 7 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 8 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Khujner APMC | ₹7,040 |
| 12 Kalapipal APMC | ₹6,957 |
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 ₹2,333 (33.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Kareli APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹6,809, with the average around ₹6,249. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,809 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,809 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,790 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,790 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,611 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,730 | ₹5,401 | ₹6,730 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,770 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,990 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,735 | ₹3,300 | ₹6,735 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,705 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,765 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,765 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,611 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,655 | ₹5,701 | ₹6,645 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,585 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,580 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,560 | ₹4,949 | ₹5,761 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,528 | ₹5,450 | ₹6,385 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,580 | ₹5,091 | ₹6,150 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,560 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,560 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,365 | ₹5,450 | ₹6,365 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,485 | ₹5,670 | ₹5,920 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,570 | ₹5,656 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,370 | ₹5,740 | ₹6,370 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
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 day's best Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To sum up, this was the Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate at Kareli APMC on 19 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.