In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,740 per quintal in Nimbahera APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,836
- Lowest Price Today₹2,640
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,740
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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 8.5% above the period average and just 5.5% 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 Barley(Jau) rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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.
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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Nimbahera APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹2,525. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,841 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,671 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,836 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,740 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,813 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,761 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,581 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,790 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,791 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,596 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,776 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,588 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,816 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,608 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,675 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,860 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,710 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,890 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,745 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,725 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,775 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,898 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,890 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,730 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
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
Going to the top Barley(Jau) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) traded at this rate in Nimbahera 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.