Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Auraiya APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Auraiya APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Masur Dal is about 2.1% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹13,800 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹12,451 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 7 English Bazar APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 12 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,860 |
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 ₹3,940 (40.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 2 days, Masur Dal prices at Auraiya APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹6,075. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,950 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Masur Dal, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Auraiya APMC logged this Masur Dal rate on 17 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.