In the price report dated 31 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Sagar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,550
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.3% above the period average and just 23.0% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹10,800 |
| 2 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹9,360 |
| 3 Damoh APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Vidisha APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Agar APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Sagar APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,525 |
| 9 Mandsaur APMC | ₹7,399 |
| 10 Khujner APMC | ₹7,285 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,176 |
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).
That ₹3,624 (50.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Sagar APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹9,875, with the average around ₹7,148. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹5,825 | ₹6,340 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,550 | ₹5,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹4,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,505 | ₹2,100 | ₹5,850 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,250 | ₹3,200 | ₹9,250 |
| 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 |
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
For Lentil(Masur)(Whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sagar APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 31 Aug 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.