Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,390 per quintal in Badarwas APMC. This is one of several Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,390
- Lowest Price Today₹5,390
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,390
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 11.7% below the period average, sitting just 24.6% 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 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,400 |
| 2 Vidisha APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹8,179 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Begamganj APMC | ₹7,705 |
| 6 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,705 |
| 7 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Khujner APMC | ₹7,360 |
| 9 Ashta APMC | ₹7,180 |
| 10 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 11 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,111 |
| 12 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,100 |
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.
At ₹2,300 (32.4%), 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 Badarwas APMC ranged between ₹4,955 and ₹7,145, with the average around ₹6,105. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹5,390 | ₹5,390 | ₹5,390 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,080 | ₹6,080 | ₹6,080 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,905 | ₹4,955 | ₹5,905 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,295 | ₹6,040 | ₹6,295 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,155 | ₹6,155 | ₹6,155 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,135 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,135 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,965 | ₹5,965 | ₹5,965 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,140 | ₹6,140 | ₹6,140 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,905 | ₹5,905 | ₹5,905 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,045 | ₹5,995 | ₹6,045 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,080 | ₹5,970 | ₹6,080 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,235 | ₹6,235 | ₹6,235 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Lentil(Masur)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Badarwas APMC on 18 Sep 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.