Pulling together the 12 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Malpura APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹2,491
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Barley(Jau) is about 7.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.0% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Malpura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jaora APMC Leader | ₹2,700 |
| 2 Naugaon APMC | ₹2,615 |
| 3 Dooni APMC | ₹2,535 |
| 4 Katni APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 6 Jatara APMC | ₹2,355 |
| 7 Rajnagar APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 8 Mauranipur APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Jhansi APMC | ₹1,625 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Barley(Jau).
At ₹1,075 (66.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Barley(Jau) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Malpura APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹2,551, with the average around ₹2,270. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,491 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,526 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,478 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,470 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,135 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,190 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,536 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,515 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,495 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,460 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,515 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,980 | ₹1,990 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,166 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,150 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,302 | ₹2,290 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,390 | ₹2,435 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,245 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,299 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,298 | ₹200 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,280 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Barley(Jau) stood at Malpura APMC on 12 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.