Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Banda APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Banda APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lentil(Masur)(Whole) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 3.5% below the period average — just 25.0% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Banda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Soyatkalan APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Panna APMC | ₹7,920 |
| 5 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sarangpur APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Khurai APMC | ₹6,935 |
| 10 Jaora APMC | ₹6,540 |
| 11 Tendukheda APMC | ₹6,498 |
| 12 Patharia APMC | ₹6,420 |
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 ₹2,330 (36.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,530. 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 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,135 | ₹6,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,005 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,005 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,205 | ₹6,175 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,295 | ₹6,110 | ₹7,295 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,260 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,240 | ₹6,240 | ₹6,240 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹6,050 | ₹8,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,050 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,050 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,100 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹8,040 | ₹5,560 | ₹8,040 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,945 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹5,505 | ₹6,150 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,405 | ₹7,405 | ₹7,405 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,130 | ₹5,950 | ₹6,130 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lentil(Masur)(Whole) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 Banda APMC on 12 Aug 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.