Turning to the 17 Sep 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. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Masur Dal.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
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 Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.0% 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 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Meerut APMC | ₹12,346 |
| 3 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Kakching Market APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 5 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 6 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Nadia APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Pandua APMC | ₹10,850 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 11 Habra APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
The ₹1,900 (17.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Masur Dal prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹13,300, with the average around ₹12,373. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 27 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
Farmers comparing Masur Dal rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Sep 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.