In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹11,750 per quintal in Kakching Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Masur Dal about 2.5% above the period average, and just 2.1% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,850 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 4 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 8 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 9 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 12 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
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 ₹4,350 (41.4%) 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 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 ₹11,464. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Masur Dal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Masur Dal was priced at this level in Kakching Market APMC on 12 Oct 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.