From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Pachaur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lentil(Masur)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,015 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,015
- Lowest Price Today₹9,015
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,015
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date17 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.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 21.3% above the period average — just 9.0% 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
Here's how Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pachaur APMC Leader | ₹9,015 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Agar APMC | ₹7,601 |
| 4 Pune APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Bina APMC | ₹6,505 |
| 7 Vidisha APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Ashta APMC | ₹6,271 |
| 9 Kolaras APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Badarwas APMC | ₹5,775 |
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 ₹3,240 (56.1%) 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 Pachaur APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹9,905, with the average around ₹7,431. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,015 | ₹9,015 | ₹9,015 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹6,205 | ₹9,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,055 | ₹5,885 | ₹9,055 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,455 | ₹6,455 | ₹6,455 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,230 | ₹3,800 | ₹8,230 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,305 | ₹4,005 | ₹7,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,935 | ₹3,900 | ₹7,005 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,780 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,780 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,050 | ₹6,105 | ₹9,050 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹5,640 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,415 | ₹4,750 | ₹7,415 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,660 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,660 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,900 | ₹5,325 | ₹8,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹5,820 | ₹6,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,475 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,755 | ₹5,755 | ₹5,755 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,190 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,445 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) found its strongest bid at Pachaur APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.