Here's the 21 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,591 per quintal in Tulsipur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,591
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 2.7% below the period average, sitting just 16.6% 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
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 Bahraich APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,725 |
| 7 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 9 Ranaghat APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Chakdah APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 12 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
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 ₹4,250 (42.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Tulsipur APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹10,300, with the average around ₹8,833. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,344 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,975 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,591 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,571 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,392 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,638 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,291 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,492 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,765 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,561 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,959 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹8,250 | ₹8,672 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,350 | ₹8,868 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Masur Dal rate at Tulsipur APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.