In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Bina APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lentil(Masur)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,201 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Lentil(Masur)(Whole), making it the day's standout.
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₹9,201
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,201
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 40.7% above the period average, and just 5.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bina APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bina APMC Leader | ₹9,201 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,940 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹8,631 |
| 5 Sagar APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Biaora APMC | ₹7,505 |
| 8 Khujner APMC | ₹7,480 |
| 9 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,435 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Kalapipal APMC | ₹6,446 |
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 ₹2,755 (42.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Bina APMC ranged between ₹3,071 and ₹9,700, with the average around ₹6,541. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,201 | ₹5,800 | ₹9,201 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,355 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,070 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,380 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,401 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,455 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,871 | ₹4,881 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,470 | ₹5,230 | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,811 | ₹5,400 | ₹8,811 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,401 | ₹6,401 | ₹6,401 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,460 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,530 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹4,201 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,150 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹5,990 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,801 | ₹3,990 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,482 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,850 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,775 | ₹6,450 | ₹6,775 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹4,601 | ₹6,422 |
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
Selling Lentil(Masur)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bina APMC was the market to beat for Lentil(Masur)(Whole) on 20 Aug 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.