In the mandi rate roundup for 05 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,956 per quintal in Shahjahanpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,956
- Lowest Price Today₹6,956
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,956
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 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.
This puts Masur Dal about 4.1% below the period average, and just 35.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹13,450 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Kalipur APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Bareilly APMC | ₹10,220 |
| 12 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,190 |
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.
The ₹3,260 (32.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Masur Dal prices at Shahjahanpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹7,254. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹6,956 | ₹6,956 | ₹6,956 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹6,475 | ₹6,895 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,895 | ₹7,895 | ₹7,895 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,425 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,609 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,350 | ₹7,267 | ₹7,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,985 | ₹6,985 | ₹6,985 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,610 | ₹8,610 | ₹8,610 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,981 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,350 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 20 Jun | ₹10,800 | ₹6,900 | ₹8,513 |
| 19 Jun | ₹6,700 | ₹6,370 | ₹6,457 |
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
When picking where to sell Masur Dal, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shahjahanpur APMC reported Masur Dal at this level on 05 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.