In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,070 per quintal in Panna APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Panna APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,070
- Lowest Price Today₹6,070
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,070
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 14.6% below the period average — just 34.0% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Panna APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Agar APMC | ₹9,201 |
| 3 Tulsipur APMC | ₹9,020 |
| 4 Damoh APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 5 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,515 |
| 9 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Ashta APMC | ₹7,481 |
| 11 Manasa APMC | ₹7,401 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹7,300 |
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.
The ₹1,950 (26.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Panna APMC ranged between ₹5,700 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹7,110. 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 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,075 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,070 | ₹6,070 | ₹6,070 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,455 | ₹6,040 | ₹8,455 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,920 | ₹6,105 | ₹7,920 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,490 | ₹5,965 | ₹8,490 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,720 | ₹8,720 | ₹8,720 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,955 | ₹5,899 | ₹7,955 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,080 | ₹5,910 | ₹9,080 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹6,060 | ₹6,060 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,230 | ₹6,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹6,250 | ₹7,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,245 | ₹6,020 | ₹6,245 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,280 | ₹6,160 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,625 | ₹5,940 | ₹8,625 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,170 | ₹5,805 | ₹6,170 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,099 | ₹6,080 | ₹6,099 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,150 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,270 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lentil(Masur)(Whole), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Panna APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.