In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,345 per quintal in Badarwas APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,345
- Lowest Price Today₹5,655
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,345
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 3.5% above the period average, and just 11.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Begamganj APMC Leader | ₹8,900 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹8,631 |
| 5 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,570 |
| 6 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 7 Khilchipur APMC | ₹7,970 |
| 8 Jaora APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,801 |
| 11 Sagar APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,651 |
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 ₹1,249 (16.3%), 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 Badarwas APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,145, with the average around ₹6,128. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,345 | ₹5,655 | ₹6,345 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,975 | ₹5,975 | ₹5,975 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Badarwas APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.