In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,519 per quintal in Satna APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Barley(Jau) today.
01What's Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,519
- Lowest Price Today₹2,519
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,519
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Barley)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Barley(Jau) about 5.8% above the period average, and just 0.1% 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 Barley(Jau) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹2,930 |
| 2 Muradnagar APMC | ₹2,865 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹2,813 |
| 4 Manasa APMC | ₹2,771 |
| 5 Nimbahera APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 6 Khandwa APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 7 Piplya APMC | ₹2,719 |
| 8 Bundi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Chhotisadri APMC | ₹2,680 |
| 10 Beawar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Kota APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Katni APMC | ₹2,581 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Barley(Jau).
A spread of ₹349 (13.5%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Satna APMC ranged between ₹2,151 and ₹2,521, with the average around ₹2,381. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,519 | ₹2,519 | ₹2,519 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,521 | ₹2,521 | ₹2,521 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,483 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,475 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,436 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,436 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,440 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,321 | ₹2,321 | ₹2,321 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,371 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,371 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,340 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,320 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,330 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,330 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,335 | ₹2,331 | ₹2,335 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,377 | ₹2,377 | ₹2,377 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,346 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,346 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,345 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,330 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,354 | ₹2,354 | ₹2,354 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,333 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,333 |
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 Barley(Jau) 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
In a nutshell, Barley(Jau) was priced at this level in Satna 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.