Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Siliguri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,700 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,700
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.4% above the period average and just 4.5% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,700 |
| 2 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Mihipurwa APMC | ₹8,837 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,800 |
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.
The ₹4,900 (62.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Masur Dal prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹13,300, with the average around ₹12,398. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Masur Dal, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 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.