Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Masur Dal was quoted at ₹10,800 per quintal in Habra 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,800
- Lowest Price Today₹10,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Masur Dal is about 0.8% above the period average — just 1.8% 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
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 Birbhum APMC Leader | ₹14,850 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Barabanki APMC | ₹10,416 |
| 9 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 10 Saharanpur APMC | ₹9,650 |
| 11 Safdarganj APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹7,995 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹6,855 (85.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Masur Dal prices at Habra APMC ranged between ₹10,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹10,710. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,900 | ₹10,900 | ₹10,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,700 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,700 | ₹10,700 | ₹10,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹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
To wrap up, Habra APMC logged this Masur Dal rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.