In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,590 per quintal in Khujner APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹6,590
- Lowest Price Today₹6,165
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,590
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 7.5% below the period average and just 21.7% 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
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Agar APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 6 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Dewas APMC | ₹6,865 |
| 8 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹6,610 |
| 9 Jaora APMC | ₹6,602 |
| 10 Daloda APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Khujner APMC | ₹6,590 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹6,501 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,999 (30.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Khujner APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹8,415, with the average around ₹7,123. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,590 | ₹6,165 | ₹6,590 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,745 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,745 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,590 | ₹6,105 | ₹6,590 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,360 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,165 | ₹6,890 | ₹7,165 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,340 | ₹7,290 | ₹7,340 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,090 | ₹5,895 | ₹6,890 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,565 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,360 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,360 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,765 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,765 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,045 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,045 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,050 | ₹6,130 | ₹7,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,340 | ₹4,550 | ₹7,340 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,195 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,195 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,280 | ₹6,290 | ₹7,280 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,165 | ₹7,165 | ₹7,165 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,030 | ₹7,030 | ₹7,030 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Khujner APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.