Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,400 per quintal in Jeerapur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,775
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 4.4% below the period average, sitting just 16.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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.
That ₹6,690 (102.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Jeerapur APMC ranged between ₹5,425 and ₹8,900, with the average around ₹7,741. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹7,400 | ₹6,775 | ₹7,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,905 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,905 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,055 | ₹7,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,905 | ₹5,505 | ₹7,905 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,605 | ₹7,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,705 | ₹6,605 | ₹7,705 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,405 | ₹6,795 | ₹7,405 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,705 | ₹7,155 | ₹7,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,250 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,965 | ₹6,815 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,525 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,525 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,750 | ₹6,750 | ₹6,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,615 | ₹7,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,230 | ₹5,425 | ₹8,230 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,625 | ₹7,305 | ₹7,625 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,570 | ₹7,725 | ₹8,570 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,990 | ₹8,000 |
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
Going to the top Lentil(Masur)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Jeerapur APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.