In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Birbhum APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,900 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Masur Dal about 13.7% above the period average, and just 0.6% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹15,900 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Pandua APMC | ₹10,775 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Habra APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 10 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 12 Barabanki APMC | ₹9,900 |
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 ₹6,000 (60.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹12,400 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹13,983. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,860 |
| 06 Nov | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 05 Nov | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,890 |
| 04 Nov | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 03 Nov | ₹15,000 | ₹14,900 | ₹14,950 |
| 02 Nov | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 30 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 29 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,870 |
| 28 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,870 |
| 27 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,900 |
| 17 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,900 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,850 |
| 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 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Birbhum APMC was the market to beat for Masur Dal on 19 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.