In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Sep 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹11,600 per quintal in Chakdah APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Masur Dal markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Masur Dal Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,800
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.3% above the period average and just 10.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Masur Dal rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,900 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Chakdah APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 4 Ranaghat APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Nadia APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Kalipur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Pandua APMC | ₹10,825 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹10,750 |
| 10 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Kolaghat 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.
A spread of ₹4,300 (40.6%) 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 Chakdah APMC ranged between ₹9,800 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹10,615. 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 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,800 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,800 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,800 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹11,800 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,400 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,400 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹11,700 | ₹12,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,800 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,800 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,600 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chakdah APMC posted this Masur Dal rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.