In the latest market update for 24 Aug 2026, Kalipur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,500 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Kalipur APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Masur Dal is about 7.0% above the period average — just 4.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalipur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalipur APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 4 Ranaghat APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Nadia APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 6 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 8 Asansol APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Balrampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Noida APMC | ₹8,736 |
| 12 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,393 |
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 ₹3,107 (37.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Kalipur APMC ranged between ₹10,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,751. 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 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,700 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,700 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,700 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,600 |
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
Before carting Masur Dal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Masur Dal found its strongest bid at Kalipur APMC on 24 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.