Based on what the markets reported on 22 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 other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,700
- Lowest Price Today₹12,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 1.4% above the period average, sitting just 6.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Siliguri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 5 Banda APMC | ₹6,370 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,130 (96.2%) 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 Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹12,100 and ₹13,300, with the average around ₹12,327. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
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
The day's best Masur Dal rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Siliguri APMC led Masur Dal on 22 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.