In today's crop-price rundown for 22 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Balrampur APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Masur Dal yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Masur Dal about 0.3% below the period average, and just 10.0% 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,970 |
| 9 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 11 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
At ₹3,500 (38.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Balrampur APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,026. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,323 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,032 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,380 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,461 |
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
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 Balrampur APMC on 22 Aug 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.