In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,296 per quintal in Saharanpur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Masur Dal yards.
01What Put Saharanpur APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,450
- Lowest Price Today₹6,520
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,296
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Today's rate is about 5.0% above the period average and just 21.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,200 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Bahraich APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,725 |
| 7 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 9 Ranaghat APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Chakdah APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 12 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
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 ₹4,250 (42.7%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹6,260 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹7,897. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹10,450 | ₹6,520 | ₹8,296 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,534 | ₹7,873 | ₹8,456 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,601 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,166 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,260 | ₹6,260 | ₹6,260 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,450 | ₹6,650 | ₹8,545 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,100 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,385 | ₹6,900 | ₹8,812 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,260 | ₹6,260 | ₹6,260 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,633 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,350 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,074 | ₹8,188 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹6,260 | ₹6,796 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,601 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,622 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,850 | ₹6,650 | ₹8,101 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,496 | ₹7,745 | ₹8,368 |
| 12 Jul | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 | ₹9,050 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,497 | ₹6,260 | ₹6,395 |
| 09 Jul | ₹10,530 | ₹10,530 | ₹10,530 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Masur Dal traded at this rate in Saharanpur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.