In the day's wholesale-price digest for 06 Aug 2026, Birbhum APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,700 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,800
- Lowest Price Today₹13,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
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.
Right now Masur Dal is about 0.4% below the period average — just 14.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹13,700 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 4 Pandua APMC | ₹10,775 |
| 5 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 7 Kalipur APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 9 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 English Bazar APMC | ₹10,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,200 (30.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹12,400 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹13,754. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 11 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹14,900 | ₹14,700 | ₹14,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,900 | ₹14,700 | ₹14,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹14,900 | ₹14,700 | ₹14,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹14,800 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹14,900 | ₹14,700 | ₹14,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹14,600 | ₹14,400 | ₹14,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,300 | ₹14,100 | ₹14,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,400 | ₹14,200 | ₹14,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,800 | ₹15,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹13,700 | ₹13,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹13,700 | ₹13,800 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Masur Dal found its strongest bid at Birbhum APMC on 06 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.