Pulling together the 12 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,125 per quintal in Begamganj 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,125
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 13.5% below the period average — just 38.4% 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
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Katni APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Ashta APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹6,681 |
| 10 Jaora APMC | ₹6,602 |
| 11 Kolaras APMC | ₹6,590 |
| 12 Agar APMC | ₹6,510 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,690 (102.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Begamganj APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,950, with the average around ₹7,078. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹6,125 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,125 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,050 | ₹5,300 | ₹8,050 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹5,400 | ₹9,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,815 | ₹5,815 | ₹5,815 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,080 | ₹5,675 | ₹6,080 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,705 | ₹5,550 | ₹7,705 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,175 | ₹5,875 | ₹8,175 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,140 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,805 | ₹5,805 | ₹5,805 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,510 | ₹5,905 | ₹6,510 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,340 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,340 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,900 | ₹5,805 | ₹7,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,925 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,925 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,925 | ₹5,925 | ₹5,925 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,705 | ₹6,705 | ₹6,705 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,185 | ₹6,185 | ₹6,185 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹5,805 | ₹7,400 |
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
Before carting Lentil(Masur)(Whole) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Begamganj APMC on 12 Oct 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.