In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,281 per quintal in Banthara APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Masur Dal today.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
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₹13,524
- Lowest Price Today₹7,810
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,281
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.2% above the period average — just 59.2% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Banthara 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 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 3 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 4 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹11,060 |
| 5 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,950 |
| 7 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 8 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 9 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Dasda APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Balrampur APMC | ₹8,910 |
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 ₹3,790 (42.5%) 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 Banthara APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹20,286, with the average around ₹8,268. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
If you're chasing the best rate for Masur Dal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Masur Dal changed hands at this rate in Banthara APMC on 16 Oct 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.