Based on what the markets reported on 28 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹10,600 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,800
- Lowest Price Today₹10,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Masur Dal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Masur Dal is about 0.4% below the period average, sitting just 3.6% 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 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,870 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,700 |
| 3 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Nadia APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 6 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Habra APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 8 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 11 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
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 ₹4,270 (40.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹10,638. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 27 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 25 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 20 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹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 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Masur Dal stood at Kolaghat APMC on 28 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.