In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹11,750 per quintal in Kakching Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Masur Dal today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 3.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kakching Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹13,800 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 4 Kalipur APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 English Bazar APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Nadia APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 12 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,940 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,860 (38.8%) 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 Kakching Market APMC ranged between ₹9,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹11,321. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 09 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 08 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 06 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Masur Dal stood at Kakching Market APMC on 14 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.