Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,310 per quintal in Sironj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,310
- Lowest Price Today₹5,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,310
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 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 4.8% below the period average, sitting just 33.1% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹9,195 |
| 3 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,015 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,045 |
| 6 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Khujner APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 9 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Pachaur(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Jeerapur APMC | ₹6,825 |
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.
That ₹4,875 (71.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Sironj APMC ranged between ₹4,050 and ₹9,425, with the average around ₹6,629. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,310 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,310 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,120 | ₹7,120 | ₹7,120 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,480 | ₹6,105 | ₹6,480 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,535 | ₹5,760 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,990 | ₹5,990 | ₹5,990 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,425 | ₹6,105 | ₹9,425 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,115 | ₹6,115 | ₹6,115 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,205 | ₹5,750 | ₹7,205 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,090 | ₹4,690 | ₹6,090 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,850 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,995 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,995 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,005 | ₹5,955 | ₹7,005 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,390 | ₹5,805 | ₹7,390 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,465 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,065 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,305 | ₹5,855 | ₹6,305 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,460 | ₹5,200 | ₹6,460 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,511 | ₹6,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,030 | ₹6,020 | ₹9,030 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,415 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,415 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate at Sironj APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.