With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹10,600 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Masur Dal range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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 Mandis10
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.3% below the period average, and just 5.4% 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
Here's how Masur Dal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Siliguri APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 5 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 8 Safdarganj APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Shamli APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Masur Dal.
A spread of ₹6,000 (92.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Masur Dal prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹10,400 and ₹11,200, with the average around ₹10,637. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 13 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 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 08 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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Masur Dal was priced at this level in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC on 17 Oct 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.