In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Sep 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 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 29.6% below the period average and just 67.2% 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 6 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Habra APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Balarampur APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 11 Purulia APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 12 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,163 |
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.
The ₹3,338 (36.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹16,755, with the average around ₹7,817. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,580 | ₹6,900 | ₹8,033 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,751 | ₹6,425 | ₹6,621 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,620 | ₹9,620 | ₹9,620 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,084 | ₹8,084 | ₹8,084 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,570 | ₹6,570 | ₹6,570 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,451 | ₹6,451 | ₹6,451 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,896 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,451 |
| 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 |
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
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
Net-net, Lucknow APMC posted this Masur Dal rate on 12 Sep 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.