In the latest market update for 20 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,010 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yards.
01What Put Ashta APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,010
- Lowest Price Today₹4,951
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,010
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Jul 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 8.2% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Jul 2026, so you can see where Ashta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹9,815 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Sironj APMC | ₹9,030 |
| 4 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,751 |
| 5 Dei APMC | ₹8,701 |
| 6 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,580 |
| 8 Agar APMC | ₹8,151 |
| 9 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Khujner APMC | ₹7,825 |
| 11 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,501 |
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.
The ₹2,314 (30.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹2,501 and ₹7,251, with the average around ₹6,478. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹6,475 | ₹5,871 | ₹6,475 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,181 | ₹5,701 | ₹6,181 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,430 | ₹5,870 | ₹6,430 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,631 | ₹6,191 | ₹6,631 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,001 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,101 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,741 | ₹5,801 | ₹6,741 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,320 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,320 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,801 | ₹5,316 | ₹6,801 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,641 | ₹6,641 | ₹6,641 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,010 | ₹4,951 | ₹7,010 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,601 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,601 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,571 | ₹5,101 | ₹6,571 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,710 | ₹5,351 | ₹6,101 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,701 | ₹5,801 | ₹6,701 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,845 | ₹5,501 | ₹6,101 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,401 | ₹5,601 | ₹6,401 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,611 | ₹5,960 | ₹6,611 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,271 | ₹5,830 | ₹6,271 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,701 | ₹5,702 | ₹6,701 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,501 | ₹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
The day's best Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To sum up, this was the Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate at Ashta APMC on 20 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.