Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,241 per quintal in Shujalpur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,241
- Lowest Price Today₹5,520
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,241
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 3.7% below the period average, sitting just 18.7% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹9,195 |
| 3 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,015 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,045 |
| 6 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Khujner APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 9 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Pachaur(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Jeerapur APMC | ₹6,825 |
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).
At ₹4,875 (71.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Shujalpur APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹7,680, with the average around ₹6,479. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,241 | ₹5,520 | ₹6,241 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,571 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,571 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,701 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,701 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,340 | ₹6,001 | ₹7,340 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,290 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,290 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,121 | ₹5,190 | ₹6,121 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,680 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,680 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,001 | ₹5,701 | ₹7,001 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,421 | ₹1,300 | ₹6,421 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,421 | ₹5,001 | ₹6,421 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹4,701 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,061 | ₹6,221 | ₹7,061 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,680 | ₹5,300 | ₹7,680 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,755 | ₹4,300 | ₹6,755 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,501 | ₹4,290 | ₹6,501 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,595 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,595 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,890 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,070 | ₹7,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lentil(Masur)(Whole), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Shujalpur APMC on 17 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.