In the mandi rate roundup for 02 Aug 2026, Siliguri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,700
- Lowest Price Today₹12,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date02 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 2.0% above the period average and just 6.0% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,180 |
| 3 Banda APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Maudaha APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 5 Charkhari APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹6,500 (108.3%), 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹12,100 and ₹13,300, with the average around ₹12,257. 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 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹12,300 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,200 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 02 Aug 2026, Siliguri 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.