In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Oct 2026, Gairatganj APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lentil(Masur)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,700 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,700
- Lowest Price Today₹6,010
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 52.7% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gairatganj APMC Leader | ₹9,700 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Agar APMC | ₹8,401 |
| 4 Panna APMC | ₹8,130 |
| 5 Damoh APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Nalkheda APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Tendukheda APMC | ₹6,898 |
| 10 Pachaur APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 11 Shamgarh APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Jaora APMC | ₹6,676 |
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.
The ₹3,024 (45.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Gairatganj APMC ranged between ₹5,315 and ₹9,700, with the average around ₹6,352. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹9,700 | ₹6,010 | ₹9,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,810 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,155 | ₹5,815 | ₹6,155 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,150 | ₹5,945 | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,080 | ₹6,080 | ₹6,080 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,003 | ₹6,003 | ₹6,003 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,739 | ₹5,739 | ₹5,739 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹6,060 | ₹6,060 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,940 | ₹5,806 | ₹7,940 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,266 | ₹5,521 | ₹6,266 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,251 | ₹6,105 | ₹6,251 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,215 | ₹6,166 | ₹6,215 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,690 | ₹6,690 | ₹6,690 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,001 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,001 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,051 | ₹5,315 | ₹6,051 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,101 | ₹5,503 | ₹6,101 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,818 | ₹5,818 | ₹5,818 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,971 | ₹5,971 | ₹5,971 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,560 | ₹7,560 | ₹7,560 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,906 | ₹5,906 | ₹5,906 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gairatganj APMC was the market to beat for Lentil(Masur)(Whole) on 14 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.