Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,117 per quintal in Maudaha APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Masur Dal markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Maudaha APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Masur Dal arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,159
- Lowest Price Today₹6,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,117
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.3% above the period average and just 0.7% 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,300 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Bahraich APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 7 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,900 (37.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Maudaha APMC ranged between ₹6,100 and ₹6,159, with the average around ₹6,101. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,159 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,117 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
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
Selling Masur Dal well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Maudaha APMC posted this Masur Dal rate on 20 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.