Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Masur Dal arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Masur Dal about 5.3% below the period average, and just 5.6% 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 Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,850 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 9 Barabanki APMC | ₹10,416 |
| 10 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 11 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 12 Saharanpur APMC | ₹9,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
At ₹5,200 (53.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Masur Dal prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,976. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
Before carting Masur Dal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Safdarganj APMC reported Masur Dal at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.