Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,505 per quintal in Badarwas APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Badarwas APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,505
- Lowest Price Today₹5,440
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,505
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 9.9% below the period average — just 23.0% 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 Badarwas APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,290 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 3 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 6 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Kalapipal APMC | ₹6,957 |
| 10 Kareli APMC | ₹6,809 |
| 11 Kurawar APMC | ₹6,680 |
| 12 Bina APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,890 (45.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Badarwas APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,145, with the average around ₹6,111. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,505 | ₹5,440 | ₹5,505 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,780 | ₹6,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,775 | ₹5,775 | ₹5,775 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,895 | ₹5,895 | ₹5,895 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,190 | ₹6,135 | ₹6,190 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,055 | ₹5,790 | ₹6,055 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,230 | ₹6,230 | ₹6,230 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,105 | ₹6,105 | ₹6,105 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,325 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,325 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,205 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,205 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,945 | ₹5,945 | ₹5,945 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,325 | ₹6,185 | ₹6,325 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,265 | ₹6,230 | ₹6,265 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,295 | ₹6,295 | ₹6,295 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,270 | ₹6,270 | ₹6,270 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,295 | ₹6,270 | ₹6,295 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,340 | ₹6,055 | ₹6,340 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,290 | ₹5,950 | ₹6,290 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lentil(Masur)(Whole) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Badarwas 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.