Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,600 per quintal in Shamli APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Masur Dal today.
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₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 7.8% below the period average, sitting just 37.1% 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹13,800 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹12,451 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 7 English Bazar APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 12 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,860 |
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 ₹3,940 (40.0%), 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 Shamli APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,162. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,975 | ₹6,745 | ₹7,391 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,680 | ₹6,680 | ₹6,680 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,517 | ₹6,600 | ₹8,378 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹7,100 | ₹9,856 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,375 | ₹6,871 | ₹6,893 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,587 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,250 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,950 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹10,250 | ₹10,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,817 | ₹6,817 | ₹6,817 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,575 | ₹6,575 | ₹6,575 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,269 | ₹6,675 | ₹7,082 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,792 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,071 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,250 | ₹10,250 | ₹10,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Masur Dal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
All told, this is where Masur Dal stood at Shamli APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.