Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,598 per quintal in Tendukheda APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,598
- Lowest Price Today₹6,598
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,598
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 4.7% above the period average — just 4.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 4 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,625 |
| 5 Pune APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,135 |
| 8 Dewas APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 9 Kurawar APMC | ₹6,640 |
| 10 Tendukheda APMC | ₹6,598 |
| 11 Khujner APMC | ₹6,405 |
| 12 Bina APMC | ₹6,351 |
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.
At ₹5,349 (84.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Tendukheda APMC ranged between ₹4,565 and ₹6,898, with the average around ₹6,303. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,598 | ₹6,598 | ₹6,598 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,548 | ₹6,498 | ₹6,548 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,498 | ₹6,498 | ₹6,498 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,548 | ₹6,548 | ₹6,548 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,191 | ₹6,175 | ₹6,191 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,251 | ₹6,111 | ₹6,251 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,548 | ₹6,498 | ₹6,498 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,498 | ₹6,348 | ₹6,498 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,498 | ₹6,198 | ₹6,498 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,898 | ₹6,498 | ₹6,498 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,573 | ₹6,348 | ₹6,498 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,848 | ₹6,498 | ₹6,498 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,498 | ₹6,498 | ₹6,498 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,498 | ₹6,398 | ₹6,498 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,498 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,498 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,005 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,005 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,548 | ₹6,248 | ₹6,548 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,208 | ₹6,198 | ₹6,208 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,248 | ₹6,198 | ₹6,248 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 wrap up, Tendukheda APMC logged this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 21 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.