Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,055 per quintal in Satna APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,055
- Lowest Price Today₹5,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,055
- 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.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 0.9% above the period average, and just 11.3% 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
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 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹9,195 |
| 3 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,015 |
| 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 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 ₹4,875 (71.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Satna APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,825, with the average around ₹6,002. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹5,505 | ₹3,400 | ₹5,505 |
| 05 Nov | ₹5,585 | ₹5,165 | ₹5,390 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,480 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,480 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,645 | ₹3,605 | ₹5,645 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,750 | ₹4,505 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,740 | ₹4,880 | ₹5,740 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,605 | ₹4,690 | ₹5,605 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,205 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,205 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,695 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,085 | ₹5,350 | ₹6,085 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,970 | ₹5,295 | ₹5,970 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,710 | ₹4,995 | ₹5,710 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,890 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,890 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,140 | ₹3,805 | ₹6,140 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,375 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,375 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹4,855 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,635 | ₹5,622 | ₹5,635 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,140 | ₹5,360 | ₹6,140 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Satna APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.