In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Barasat APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.4% above the period average and just 4.0% 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
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Barasat APMC | ₹7,200 |
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).
The ₹6,000 (83.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Barasat APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹7,030. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Barasat APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.