Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in Shahjahanpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,900
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 4.7% below the period average and just 36.1% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,300 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Bahraich APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 7 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
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.
That ₹3,900 (37.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Masur Dal prices at Shahjahanpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹7,243. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,980 | ₹6,980 | ₹6,980 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,240 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,014 |
| 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
Before carting Masur Dal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Masur Dal traded at this rate in Shahjahanpur 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.