In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,451 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Lentil(Masur)(Whole) markets.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,451
- Lowest Price Today₹6,271
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,451
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 1.4% below the period average, sitting just 13.8% 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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹2,501 and ₹7,481, with the average around ₹6,541. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,481 | ₹7,310 | ₹7,481 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,451 | ₹6,271 | ₹6,451 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,620 | ₹5,051 | ₹5,911 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,431 | ₹5,801 | ₹6,431 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,670 | ₹6,060 | ₹6,670 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,721 | ₹6,155 | ₹6,721 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,660 | ₹6,201 | ₹6,660 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,916 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,301 | ₹5,300 | ₹7,301 |
| 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 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Ashta APMC on 17 Aug 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.