From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹5,550 per quintal in Raath APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,550
- Lowest Price Today₹5,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 7.9% below the period average, sitting just 20.7% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 5 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Nadia APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 7 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 9 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Badayoun APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
The ₹3,500 (38.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Masur Dal prices at Raath APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,028. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,598 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,550 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Masur Dal yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Masur Dal rate at Raath APMC on 18 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.