As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,750 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,750
- Lowest Price Today₹9,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 21.5% above the period average and just 41.8% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lucknow APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Pandua APMC | ₹10,775 |
| 6 Bareilly APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 9 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 10 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 11 Barabanki APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 12 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
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.
That ₹6,135 (62.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Masur Dal prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹5,730 and ₹16,755, with the average around ₹8,023. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,750 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,451 | ₹12,451 | ₹12,451 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,867 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,730 | ₹5,730 | ₹5,730 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,951 | ₹6,501 | ₹6,682 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,961 | ₹9,961 | ₹9,961 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,991 | ₹6,541 | ₹6,766 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,738 | ₹6,738 | ₹6,738 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,711 | ₹6,711 | ₹6,711 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,428 | ₹6,428 | ₹6,428 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,221 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹9,988 | ₹9,988 | ₹9,988 |
| 29 Jun | ₹16,755 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,568 |
| 26 Jun | ₹6,900 | ₹6,813 | ₹6,850 |
| 21 Jun | ₹9,450 | ₹9,450 | ₹9,450 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lucknow APMC posted this Masur Dal rate on 19 Aug 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.