With the 23 Jul 2026 auctions now in, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,505 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Masur Dal markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
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₹8,505
- Lowest Price Today₹8,505
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,505
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Jul 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.
This puts Masur Dal about 2.6% above the period average, and just 58.1% 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 23 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,200 |
| 2 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 5 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Kalipur APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,175 |
| 11 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Ranaghat APMC | ₹9,900 |
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 ₹2,300 (23.2%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Masur Dal prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹20,286, with the average around ₹8,289. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹9,251 | ₹7,119 | ₹8,187 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,340 | ₹7,753 | ₹8,667 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,752 | ₹7,752 | ₹7,752 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,734 | ₹8,211 | ₹8,332 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,438 | ₹8,145 | ₹8,331 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,505 | ₹8,505 | ₹8,505 |
| 22 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,294 |
| 21 Jul | ₹19,733 | ₹9,312 | ₹10,173 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,078 | ₹7,078 | ₹7,078 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,388 | ₹7,705 | ₹8,083 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,530 | ₹8,186 | ₹8,612 |
| 13 Jul | ₹16,531 | ₹7,714 | ₹8,382 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 06 Jul | ₹13,492 | ₹7,110 | ₹8,819 |
| 05 Jul | ₹8,088 | ₹8,088 | ₹8,088 |
| 02 Jul | ₹20,286 | ₹7,875 | ₹8,109 |
| 30 Jun | ₹11,109 | ₹7,046 | ₹7,968 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,830 | ₹7,775 | ₹8,356 |
| 26 Jun | ₹20,286 | ₹8,309 | ₹9,089 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,392 | ₹8,344 | ₹8,378 |
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
Going to the top Masur Dal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Banthara APMC reported Masur Dal at this level on 23 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.