Reading today's price tape for 21 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.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,700
- Lowest Price Today₹12,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 0.7% 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,800 |
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 ₹4,700 (60.3%) 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 ₹12,416. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Masur Dal rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Siliguri APMC led Masur Dal on 21 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.