Across the reporting yards on 26 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,060 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹18,795
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,060
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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.
Today's rate is about 1.2% below the period average and just 60.3% 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 Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Banthara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 6 Barabanki APMC | ₹10,112 |
| 7 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,960 |
| 8 Hapur APMC | ₹9,537 |
| 9 Tulsipur APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 10 Safdarganj APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Badayoun APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
At ₹3,500 (38.9%), 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹20,286, with the average around ₹8,155. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹18,795 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,060 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,433 | ₹7,675 | ₹8,216 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,156 | ₹8,692 | ₹8,936 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,464 | ₹8,464 | ₹8,464 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,340 | ₹7,664 | ₹8,386 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,976 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,107 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,699 | ₹7,130 | ₹7,745 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,927 | ₹6,927 | ₹6,927 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,251 | ₹7,119 | ₹8,187 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,340 | ₹7,753 | ₹8,667 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,752 | ₹7,752 | ₹7,752 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,734 | ₹8,211 | ₹8,332 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,438 | ₹8,145 | ₹8,331 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,505 | ₹8,505 | ₹8,505 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,294 |
| 21 Jul | ₹19,733 | ₹9,312 | ₹10,173 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,078 | ₹7,078 | ₹7,078 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,388 | ₹7,705 | ₹8,083 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,530 | ₹8,186 | ₹8,612 |
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Masur Dal traded at this rate in Banthara 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.