In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,670 per quintal in Chhotisadri APMC. This is one of several Barley(Jau) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Chhotisadri APMC on Top Today
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₹2,686
- Lowest Price Today₹2,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,670
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Barley-Organic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Barley(Jau) is about 3.0% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Barley(Jau) rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chhotisadri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹2,900 |
| 2 Azamgarh APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Manasa APMC | ₹2,781 |
| 4 Khandwa APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 5 Nimbahera APMC | ₹2,671 |
| 6 Chhotisadri APMC | ₹2,670 |
| 7 Beawar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 8 Neemuch APMC | ₹2,599 |
| 9 Bundi APMC | ₹2,581 |
| 10 Katni APMC | ₹2,578 |
| 11 Kota APMC | ₹2,570 |
| 12 Bassi APMC | ₹2,567 |
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.
At ₹333 (13.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Barley(Jau) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Chhotisadri APMC ranged between ₹1,901 and ₹2,875, with the average around ₹2,592. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,686 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,670 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,686 | ₹2,669 | ₹2,680 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,740 | ₹2,740 | ₹2,740 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,770 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,770 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,830 | ₹2,751 | ₹2,751 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹2,801 | ₹2,801 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,780 | ₹2,780 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,786 | ₹2,786 | ₹2,786 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹1,901 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,801 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,775 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,831 | ₹2,816 | ₹2,825 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,841 | ₹2,841 | ₹2,841 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,875 | ₹2,845 | ₹2,860 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,625 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,651 | ₹2,631 | ₹2,641 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,604 | ₹2,604 | ₹2,604 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,451 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,462 | ₹2,452 | ₹2,452 |
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
To sum up, this was the Barley(Jau) rate at Chhotisadri APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.