Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Sagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lentil(Masur)(Whole), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,195 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) board.
01What Put Sagar APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,195
- Lowest Price Today₹5,820
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,195
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 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 28.9% above the period average, sitting just 6.9% 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
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 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹9,195 |
| 2 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,015 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,045 |
| 6 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Khujner APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 9 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Pachaur(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Jeerapur APMC | ₹6,825 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lentil(Masur)(Whole).
The ₹2,370 (34.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Sagar APMC ranged between ₹3,100 and ₹9,875, with the average around ₹7,131. 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 | ₹9,195 | ₹5,820 | ₹9,195 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,205 | ₹5,105 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,155 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,910 | ₹3,950 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,680 | ₹5,825 | ₹6,655 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,405 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,045 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,450 | ₹5,105 | ₹6,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹5,605 | ₹8,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,305 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,805 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,290 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹5,505 | ₹8,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,350 | ₹5,465 | ₹8,810 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,190 | ₹5,050 | ₹5,905 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹3,100 | ₹6,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹5,305 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,815 | ₹4,350 | ₹9,815 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,775 | ₹5,505 | ₹6,120 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,875 | ₹5,100 | ₹6,105 |
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
Farmers comparing Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To sum up, Sagar APMC led Lentil(Masur)(Whole) on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.