In the day's wholesale-price digest for 28 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. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date28 Aug 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.
Right now Masur Dal is about 1.3% above the period average — just 6.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Imphal APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Dasda APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (38.9%) 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 ₹12,000 and ₹13,300, with the average around ₹12,338. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 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 |
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
For Masur Dal, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Masur Dal found its strongest bid at Siliguri APMC on 28 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.