In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,765 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,850
- Lowest Price Today₹9,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,765
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Masur Dal is about 0.0% above the period average — just 1.0% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,775 |
| 4 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 5 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 6 Balarampur APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,300 |
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.
The ₹8,600 (117.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹9,645 and ₹9,865, with the average around ₹9,761. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,665 | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,765 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,785 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,865 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,865 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,785 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,645 | ₹9,765 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,665 | ₹9,785 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,865 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,775 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,675 | ₹9,785 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,765 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,765 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,665 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,685 | ₹9,765 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹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
For Masur Dal, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Durgapur APMC logged this Masur Dal rate on 19 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.