As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Oct 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,901 per quintal in Agar 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,901
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.8% below the period average and just 18.0% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Agar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Agar APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 6 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Dewas APMC | ₹6,865 |
| 8 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹6,610 |
| 9 Jaora APMC | ₹6,602 |
| 10 Daloda APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Shamgarh APMC | ₹6,501 |
| 12 Biaora APMC | ₹6,455 |
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.
At ₹6,745 (104.5%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Agar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹9,631, with the average around ₹8,217. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹5,850 | ₹7,901 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,391 | ₹6,071 | ₹8,391 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,100 | ₹6,101 | ₹8,401 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹2,550 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹3,251 | ₹6,510 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹4,601 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,201 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,201 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,460 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,460 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,192 | ₹2,350 | ₹9,192 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,731 | ₹3,451 | ₹8,470 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,901 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,901 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,551 | ₹2,500 | ₹8,551 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,099 | ₹6,401 | ₹9,099 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,160 | ₹5,970 | ₹7,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,271 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,921 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,571 | ₹5,700 | ₹9,571 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,971 | ₹2,300 | ₹6,991 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,210 | ₹6,450 | ₹8,210 |
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 headline Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Agar APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 16 Oct 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.