Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,400 per quintal in Nalkehda APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹8,601
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 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.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 14.3% below the period average — just 28.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Jul 2026, so you can see where Nalkehda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Khurai APMC | ₹9,602 |
| 3 Damoh APMC | ₹9,390 |
| 4 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Neemuch APMC | ₹9,051 |
| 6 Biaora APMC | ₹8,855 |
| 7 Agar APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,595 |
| 9 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹8,083 |
| 11 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,948 |
| 12 Kumbhraj APMC | ₹7,875 |
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.
The ₹1,925 (24.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Nalkehda APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,472. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹7,340 | ₹7,340 | ₹7,340 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,990 | ₹3,200 | ₹7,990 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹4,300 | ₹7,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,860 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,340 | ₹7,340 | ₹7,340 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,712 | ₹7,712 | ₹7,712 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,915 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,915 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,701 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,770 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,770 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,601 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,001 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,450 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹6,740 | ₹8,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,602 | ₹7,602 | ₹7,602 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹6,401 | ₹7,800 |
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
Selling Lentil(Masur)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Nalkehda APMC logged this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 16 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.