In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹1,820 per quintal in Sridungargarh APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Barley(Jau) today.
01What's Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,820
- Lowest Price Today₹1,820
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,820
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.3% below the period average and just 15.0% 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
Here's how Barley(Jau) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bassi APMC Leader | ₹2,245 |
| 2 Sridungargarh APMC | ₹1,820 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹425 (23.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Barley(Jau) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Barley(Jau) prices at Sridungargarh APMC ranged between ₹1,710 and ₹2,141, with the average around ₹1,844. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,710 | ₹1,710 | ₹1,710 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,141 | ₹2,141 | ₹2,141 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) traded at this rate in Sridungargarh APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.