In the price report dated 22 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,765 per quintal in Asansol APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,850
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,765
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Masur Dal about 0.0% above the period average, and just 1.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,970 |
| 9 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 11 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (38.9%) 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 Asansol APMC ranged between ₹9,600 and ₹9,865, with the average around ₹9,762. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,765 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,765 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,665 | ₹9,785 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,845 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,765 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,785 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,865 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,785 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,765 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,765 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,765 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,865 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,750 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Masur Dal was priced at this level in Asansol APMC on 22 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.