In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹10,800 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Masur Dal Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,800
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Masur Dal about 1.6% above the period average, and just 1.8% 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
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kolaghat 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 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 5 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 6 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Shamli APMC | ₹7,039 |
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.
At ₹5,461 (77.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Masur Dal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹10,400 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹10,632. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹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
The headline Masur Dal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Masur Dal was priced at this level in Kolaghat APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.