In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹7,556 per quintal in Najibabad APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Masur Dal markets in the table that follows.
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₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,556
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.7% above the period average and just 13.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Najibabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,700 |
| 2 Pandua APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 9 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 10 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 11 Lucknow APMC | ₹9,376 |
| 12 Saharanpur APMC | ₹8,790 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
That ₹3,910 (44.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Masur Dal prices at Najibabad APMC ranged between ₹6,350 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹6,953. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,556 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,338 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,350 | ₹6,824 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Masur Dal traded at this rate in Najibabad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.