Turning to the 29 Aug 2026 APMC board, Siliguri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,700
- Lowest Price Today₹12,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date29 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.
This puts Masur Dal about 1.3% above the period average, and just 6.0% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 29 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 |
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 ₹1,700 (15.7%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹13,300, with the average around ₹12,340. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 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 |
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
The takeaway: Siliguri APMC was the market to beat for Masur Dal on 29 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.