Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,765 per quintal in Durgapur 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 single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,865
- Lowest Price Today₹9,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,765
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 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.
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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,200 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 7 Ranaghat APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 8 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 9 Chakdah APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 10 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 11 Asansol APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
The ₹4,700 (49.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹9,865 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,850 | ₹9,650 | ₹9,765 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Durgapur APMC logged this Masur Dal rate on 21 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.