Based on what the markets reported on 22 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,650 per quintal in Shamli APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,650
- Lowest Price Today₹6,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Masur Dal is about 5.1% below the period average — just 33.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,970 |
| 9 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 11 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
That ₹3,500 (38.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Shamli APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹10,016, with the average around ₹7,006. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹10,016 | ₹10,016 | ₹10,016 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,039 | ₹7,039 | ₹7,039 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,650 | ₹6,537 | ₹6,605 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,625 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,605 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,471 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,520 | ₹6,585 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,072 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,669 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
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
When picking where to sell Masur Dal, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Masur Dal changed hands at this rate in Shamli APMC on 22 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.