As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Birbhum APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,800 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,900
- Lowest Price Today₹13,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
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 3.9% above the period average, and just 0.7% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Birbhum APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
The ₹3,940 (40.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹12,400 and ₹13,900, with the average around ₹13,285. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹13,700 | ₹13,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹13,700 | ₹13,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹13,700 | ₹13,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹13,700 | ₹13,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹13,650 | ₹13,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,400 | ₹13,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,400 | ₹13,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,300 |
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: Birbhum APMC was the market to beat for Masur Dal on 17 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.