In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,765 per quintal in Asansol APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
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₹9,625
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,765
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.1% above the period average and just 1.0% 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,850 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,700 |
| 3 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 4 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Nadia APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 12 Kolaghat 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.
A spread of ₹4,250 (40.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹9,600 and ₹9,865, with the average around ₹9,760. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,625 | ₹9,765 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,645 | ₹9,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,765 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,765 |
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 headline Masur Dal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Oct 2026, Masur Dal traded at this rate in Asansol 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.