Pulling together the 21 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Masur Dal is about 32.3% below the period average — just 72.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,850 |
| 2 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Nadia APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Kalipur(Arambagh)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 8 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 9 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Balarampur APMC | ₹9,800 |
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.
That ₹5,050 (51.5%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹20,286, with the average around ₹8,268. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹13,524 | ₹7,810 | ₹8,281 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,145 | ₹7,498 | ₹8,146 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,281 | ₹8,829 | ₹9,909 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,305 | ₹8,305 | ₹8,305 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,795 | ₹7,602 | ₹7,824 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,504 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,339 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,933 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,877 | ₹6,877 | ₹6,877 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,399 | ₹7,363 | ₹8,363 |
| 14 Sep | ₹16,531 | ₹7,515 | ₹7,781 |
| 13 Sep | ₹16,531 | ₹16,531 | ₹16,531 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,173 | ₹8,173 | ₹8,173 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,263 | ₹8,263 | ₹8,263 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,545 | ₹8,493 | ₹8,647 |
| 07 Sep | ₹14,952 | ₹7,006 | ₹11,394 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,839 | ₹6,855 | ₹7,426 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,356 | ₹7,355 | ₹7,355 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,939 | ₹6,950 | ₹8,228 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Masur Dal changed hands at this rate in Banthara APMC on 21 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.