From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,772 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,772
- Lowest Price Today₹5,501
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,772
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 3.5% above the period average, sitting just 9.5% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Agar APMC | ₹9,290 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Begamganj APMC | ₹8,605 |
| 5 Damoh APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 6 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,181 |
| 7 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Vidisha APMC | ₹8,098 |
| 9 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 10 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 11 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,563 |
| 12 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,500 |
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).
The ₹4,200 (56.0%) 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 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 ₹6,546. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,772 | ₹5,501 | ₹6,772 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,481 | ₹5,341 | ₹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 |
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
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 19 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.