Looking at how the yards traded on 06 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,701 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lentil(Masur)(Whole) today.
01What Put Ashta APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,701
- Lowest Price Today₹5,702
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,701
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Jul 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 10.7% 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 06 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Begamganj APMC Leader | ₹8,410 |
| 2 Dei APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Banda APMC | ₹8,040 |
| 5 Katni APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹7,991 |
| 7 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Panna APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,490 |
| 11 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹7,400 |
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).
A spread of ₹1,010 (13.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹2,501 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,528. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹6,001 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Nov | ₹6,101 | ₹4,400 | ₹6,101 |
| 02 Nov | ₹6,161 | ₹4,661 | ₹5,891 |
| 31 Oct | ₹6,501 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Oct | ₹6,011 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,011 |
| 29 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹3,501 | ₹6,401 |
| 28 Oct | ₹6,701 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,400 |
| 27 Oct | ₹6,686 | ₹5,901 | ₹6,401 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,651 | ₹5,784 | ₹6,301 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,660 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,660 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,401 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,401 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,001 | ₹5,711 | ₹7,001 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,601 | ₹6,113 | ₹6,201 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,621 | ₹4,541 | ₹6,621 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹5,501 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,201 | ₹5,890 | ₹6,201 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,181 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,181 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,410 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,410 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,001 | ₹5,451 | ₹7,001 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹3,212 | ₹6,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Ashta APMC on 06 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.