Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Masur Dal was quoted at ₹10,750 per quintal in Pandua APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,900
- Lowest Price Today₹10,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
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.
Right now Masur Dal is about 0.9% above the period average — just 3.2% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pandua APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Imphal 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
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 ₹3,940 (40.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹9,700 and ₹11,100, with the average around ₹10,655. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹10,900 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,900 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,925 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,875 | ₹10,625 | ₹10,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,850 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,900 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,900 | ₹10,625 | ₹10,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,950 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,850 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,900 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,775 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,950 | ₹10,700 | ₹10,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,950 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,950 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,875 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,775 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,950 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,900 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,950 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,950 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,900 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹10,925 | ₹10,650 | ₹10,800 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pandua APMC logged this Masur Dal rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.