Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,785 per quintal in Pratapgarh APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lentil(Masur)(Whole) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,070
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,785
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.6% below the period average and just 14.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pratapgarh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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 ₹4,875 (71.4%) 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 Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹15 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹6,125. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,070 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,785 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,025 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,331 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,240 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,460 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,330 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,375 | ₹6,170 | ₹6,267 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,190 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,145 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹5,950 | ₹6,375 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,865 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,441 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,970 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,191 | ₹5,930 | ₹6,060 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,480 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,140 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,540 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,070 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,581 | ₹6,021 | ₹6,301 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,563 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,231 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹15 | ₹5,900 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,275 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,480 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,230 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,490 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,145 |
| 22 Jun | ₹6,333 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,916 |
| 20 Jun | ₹6,580 | ₹6,066 | ₹6,323 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) traded at this rate in Pratapgarh APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.