Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Nalkehda APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,466
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 1.3% above the period average — just 16.7% 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 19 Aug 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 | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Agar APMC | ₹9,290 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Begamganj APMC | ₹8,605 |
| 5 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,181 |
| 6 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Vidisha APMC | ₹8,098 |
| 8 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 9 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 10 Khurai APMC | ₹7,760 |
| 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).
That ₹4,200 (56.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Nalkehda APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,407. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,300 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,466 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Nalkehda APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.