In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹9,950 per quintal in Bankura Sadar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Masur Dal markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Bankura Sadar APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,250
- Lowest Price Today₹9,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 5.2% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹13,800 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹12,451 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 7 English Bazar APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 12 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,860 |
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 ₹3,940 (40.0%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Bankura Sadar APMC ranged between ₹9,700 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹9,972. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,950 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,300 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹9,730 | ₹9,940 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,350 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,920 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹9,725 | ₹9,970 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,950 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹9,725 | ₹9,920 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,150 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹9,725 | ₹9,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹9,750 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,250 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,975 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,225 | ₹9,720 | ₹9,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,250 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,200 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,925 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,250 | ₹9,730 | ₹9,950 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,350 | ₹9,750 | ₹9,950 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,350 | ₹9,750 | ₹10,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Masur Dal, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 Bankura Sadar APMC on 17 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.