Going by the latest APMC figures for 05 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,001 per quintal in Ganjbasoda APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,001
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 25.6% above the period average, and just 16.7% 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Damoh APMC Leader | ₹9,380 |
| 2 Shamgarh APMC | ₹8,440 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,330 |
| 4 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹8,001 |
| 5 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,975 |
| 6 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,638 |
| 8 Agar APMC | ₹7,601 |
| 9 Khujner APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Biaora APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,050 |
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 ₹2,330 (33.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Ganjbasoda APMC ranged between ₹2,810 and ₹9,601, with the average around ₹6,371. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹8,001 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,160 | ₹3,800 | ₹6,401 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,110 | ₹3,200 | ₹6,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,430 | ₹6,080 | ₹6,430 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,305 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,360 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,265 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹5,470 | ₹6,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹5,250 | ₹6,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,372 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,212 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,355 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,160 | ₹5,950 | ₹6,210 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹5,870 | ₹6,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,340 | ₹5,100 | ₹6,330 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,540 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,460 | ₹6,390 | ₹6,460 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,190 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,190 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,310 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,550 | ₹4,600 | ₹6,100 |
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
When picking where to sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Ganjbasoda APMC on 05 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.