In the price report dated 16 Sep 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Ranaghat APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Masur Dal markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 8.0% above the period average and just 11.5% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ranaghat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,900 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 4 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Nadia APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Pandua APMC | ₹10,825 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Habra APMC | ₹10,600 |
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 ₹4,300 (40.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Ranaghat APMC ranged between ₹9,800 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹10,648. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,200 | ₹11,300 | ₹11,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹11,600 | ₹12,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹11,600 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,800 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹11,200 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,100 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
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
Net-net, Ranaghat APMC posted this Masur Dal rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.