Going by the latest APMC figures for 02 Nov 2026, Birbhum APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,850 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Birbhum APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,900
- Lowest Price Today₹14,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Nov 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.7% above the period average and just 7.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Nov 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,850 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,700 |
| 3 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 8 Balarampur APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Purulia APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹5,850 (65.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹13,917. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Masur Dal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 02 Nov 2026, Birbhum APMC set the pace for Masur Dal. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.