Here's the 05 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Masur Dal was quoted at ₹10,600 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,800
- Lowest Price Today₹10,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Masur Dal is about 0.2% below the period average — just 3.6% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹13,450 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Kalipur APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Bareilly APMC | ₹10,220 |
| 12 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,190 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,260 (32.0%) 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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹10,400 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹10,620. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 03 Jul | ₹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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC logged this Masur Dal rate on 05 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.