In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,120 per quintal in Badnagar 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,120
- Lowest Price Today₹6,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,120
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Jul 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.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 10.9% above the period average — just 1.9% 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
Here's how Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,450 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹9,090 |
| 3 Jeerapur APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Jaora APMC | ₹8,875 |
| 5 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Khujner APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,381 |
| 8 Ramganjmandi APMC | ₹8,196 |
| 9 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,026 |
| 10 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,770 |
| 11 Sitmau APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Sironj APMC | ₹7,415 |
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 ₹2,035 (27.4%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Badnagar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,240, with the average around ₹5,516. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,190 | ₹6,190 | ₹6,190 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,676 | ₹5,676 | ₹5,676 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,240 | ₹6,240 | ₹6,240 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,901 | ₹5,901 | ₹5,901 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,120 | ₹6,120 | ₹6,120 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,301 | ₹2,500 | ₹5,301 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,660 | ₹5,660 | ₹5,660 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
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
The day's best Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Badnagar APMC logged this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 17 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.