Pulling together the 24 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹8,393 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,664
- Lowest Price Today₹8,237
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,393
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 6.0% above the period average, sitting just 16.1% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalipur APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Ranaghat APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 6 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 8 Asansol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Noida APMC | ₹8,736 |
| 12 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,393 |
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 ₹3,107 (37.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Masur Dal prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,916. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹8,664 | ₹8,237 | ₹8,393 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,603 | ₹7,630 | ₹8,357 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,850 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 | ₹6,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,900 | ₹7,250 | ₹8,526 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,601 | ₹7,705 | ₹8,345 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,750 | ₹6,575 | ₹6,702 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,655 | ₹8,221 | ₹8,482 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,577 | ₹7,769 | ₹8,415 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,466 | ₹8,454 | ₹8,460 |
| 25 Jun | ₹9,800 | ₹7,450 | ₹8,687 |
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
The headline Masur Dal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Masur Dal rate at Varanasi APMC on 24 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.