In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,010 per quintal in Lalitpur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Masur Dal yards.
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₹6,010
- Lowest Price Today₹6,010
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,010
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Masur Dal about 13.1% below the period average, and just 33.2% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,200 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Bahraich APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,725 |
| 7 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 9 Ranaghat APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Chakdah APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 12 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
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.
At ₹4,250 (42.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,915. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 | ₹6,010 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,040 | ₹6,010 | ₹6,023 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,020 | ₹6,010 | ₹6,015 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,020 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,010 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,942 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,020 | ₹6,881 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,030 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,017 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,255 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,698 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,029 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,022 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,365 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,206 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,156 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,438 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,512 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,558 |
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
Going to the top Masur Dal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Lalitpur APMC reported Masur Dal at this level on 21 Aug 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.