Here's the 29 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,570 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,570
- Lowest Price Today₹6,570
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,570
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 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.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 16.6% below the period average, sitting just 60.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,875 |
| 4 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Habra APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 6 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 7 Balarampur APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 8 Hapur APMC | ₹9,617 |
| 9 Purulia APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 10 Chandausi APMC | ₹9,131 |
| 11 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Gadaura APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
At ₹5,000 (66.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹16,755, with the average around ₹7,875. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹8,084 | ₹8,084 | ₹8,084 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,570 | ₹6,570 | ₹6,570 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,451 | ₹6,451 | ₹6,451 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,700 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,896 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,451 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,750 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,451 | ₹12,451 | ₹12,451 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,867 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,730 | ₹5,730 | ₹5,730 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,951 | ₹6,501 | ₹6,682 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,961 | ₹9,961 | ₹9,961 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,991 | ₹6,541 | ₹6,766 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,738 | ₹6,738 | ₹6,738 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,711 | ₹6,711 | ₹6,711 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,428 | ₹6,428 | ₹6,428 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,221 | ₹9,150 | ₹9,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Masur Dal rate at Lucknow APMC on 29 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.