Reading today's price tape for 30 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,084 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,084
- Lowest Price Today₹8,084
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,084
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 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.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 51.8% 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 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC Leader | ₹10,800 |
| 2 Habra APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 3 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Mihipurwa APMC | ₹8,558 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹8,453 |
| 6 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,084 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹7,608 |
| 8 Saharanpur APMC | ₹7,546 |
| 9 Raibareilly APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Jasra APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Banda APMC | ₹6,012 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹4,788 (79.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Masur Dal stood at Lucknow APMC on 30 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.