In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹10,600 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Masur Dal markets.
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₹10,800
- Lowest Price Today₹10,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.4% below the period average and just 3.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Meerut APMC Leader | ₹11,489 |
| 2 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Bareilly APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 9 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 10 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹10,130 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 12 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,724 (17.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹10,400 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹10,642. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
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
Going to the top Masur Dal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Masur Dal traded at this rate in Kolaghat APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.