Here's the 31 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,591 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,591
- Lowest Price Today₹5,931
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,591
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.5% above the period average, sitting just 11.9% 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 31 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 | ₹10,800 |
| 2 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹9,360 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Katni APMC | ₹8,001 |
| 6 Vidisha APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Agar APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Sagar APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,525 |
| 10 Khujner APMC | ₹7,285 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,176 |
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.
At ₹3,624 (50.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹6,559. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹6,591 | ₹5,931 | ₹6,591 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,311 | ₹5,730 | ₹6,311 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,560 | ₹6,101 | ₹6,560 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,901 | ₹5,301 | ₹6,901 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,951 | ₹6,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,941 | ₹6,071 | ₹6,941 |
| 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 |
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
For Lentil(Masur)(Whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 31 Aug 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.