In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 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 rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Masur Dal.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,700
- Lowest Price Today₹12,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 0.8% 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 17 Oct 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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 Safdarganj APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Shamli APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
That ₹6,000 (92.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹12,401. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Masur Dal well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Siliguri APMC led Masur Dal on 17 Oct 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.