As the 01 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,251 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,251
- Lowest Price Today₹6,251
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,251
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 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.
Today's rate is about 3.4% below the period average and just 13.8% 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 01 Aug 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 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Agar APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹8,005 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Sironj APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Kurawar APMC | ₹6,505 |
| 9 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹6,280 |
| 10 Ashta APMC | ₹6,251 |
| 11 Anuppur APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 12 Kalapipal APMC | ₹5,891 |
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 ₹5,809 (98.6%) 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 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 ₹6,471. 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 Aug | ₹6,251 | ₹6,251 | ₹6,251 |
| 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
Aim for the best-paying Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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, Ashta APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 01 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.