With the 24 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Siliguri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,800 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,800
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date24 Oct 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.
This puts Masur Dal about 3.0% above the period average, and just 3.8% 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
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 24 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,800 |
| 2 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 6 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 8 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 ₹5,000 (64.1%) 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 ₹12,433. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,700 | ₹12,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 22 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,700 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Masur Dal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Siliguri APMC was the market to beat for Masur Dal on 24 Oct 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.