In the latest market update for 20 Sep 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Mehmoodabad 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₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 1.8% above the period average, sitting just 5.6% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalipur APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Habra APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 4 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Balarampur APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Purulia APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Tulsipur APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Safdarganj APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Mehmoodabad APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Bareilly APMC | ₹8,344 |
| 11 Muradabad APMC | ₹7,979 |
| 12 Karvi APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
At ₹5,000 (83.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Masur Dal prices at Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,352. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,099 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,547 |
| 04 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,323 |
| 01 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 24 Jun | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 21 Jun | ₹8,750 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,723 |
| 17 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,450 | ₹8,476 |
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
The headline Masur Dal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Masur Dal stood at Mehmoodabad APMC on 20 Sep 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.