Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Masur Dal markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
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 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Nadia APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 6 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 7 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 8 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 9 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Badayoun APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,380 |
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.
That ₹4,120 (49.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC ranged between ₹8,800 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹9,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
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 day's best Masur Dal rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Masur Dal rate at Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.