As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Aug 2026, Begamganj APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lentil(Masur)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,900 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,900
- Lowest Price Today₹6,080
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 25.2% above the period average and just 10.6% 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
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 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 6 Jaora APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 7 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,801 |
| 8 Sagar APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 9 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,651 |
| 10 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Biaora APMC | ₹7,505 |
| 12 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
At ₹1,400 (18.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Begamganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,950, with the average around ₹7,108. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹8,900 | ₹6,080 | ₹8,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,605 | ₹6,055 | ₹8,605 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,250 | ₹5,700 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,105 | ₹6,105 | ₹6,105 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,660 | ₹6,160 | ₹8,660 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,445 | ₹5,890 | ₹6,445 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,005 | ₹5,005 | ₹5,005 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹5,850 | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,180 | ₹5,810 | ₹6,180 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,050 | ₹5,780 | ₹7,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,215 | ₹7,215 | ₹7,215 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,505 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,505 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,405 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,405 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,455 | ₹5,950 | ₹5,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,715 | ₹6,050 | ₹7,715 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,095 | ₹5,840 | ₹5,840 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,225 | ₹5,705 | ₹9,225 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹9,400 |
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, 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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Begamganj APMC set the pace for Lentil(Masur)(Whole). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.