In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹3,375 per quintal in Fatehnagar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Barley(Jau) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,375
- Lowest Price Today₹3,375
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,375
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Barley(Jau) is about 29.6% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Barley(Jau) rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹3,462 |
| 2 Fatehnagar APMC | ₹3,375 |
| 3 Charkhari APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Manasa APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 6 Bassi APMC | ₹2,851 |
| 7 Jangipura APMC | ₹2,825 |
| 8 Nagod APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Katni APMC | ₹2,720 |
| 10 Robertsganj APMC | ₹2,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹862 (33.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Fatehnagar APMC ranged between ₹2,361 and ₹3,375, with the average around ₹2,604. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,375 | ₹3,375 | ₹3,375 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,780 | ₹2,780 | ₹2,780 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,708 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,713 | ₹2,713 | ₹2,713 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,709 | ₹2,709 | ₹2,709 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,701 | ₹2,701 | ₹2,701 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,705 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,361 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,361 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,553 | ₹2,532 | ₹2,532 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,531 | ₹2,531 | ₹2,531 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,504 | ₹2,504 | ₹2,504 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,502 | ₹2,502 | ₹2,502 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,483 | ₹2,472 | ₹2,481 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,474 | ₹2,474 | ₹2,474 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,470 | ₹2,465 | ₹2,465 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,426 | ₹2,426 | ₹2,426 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,480 | ₹2,467 | ₹2,469 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,477 | ₹2,477 | ₹2,477 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,472 | ₹2,472 | ₹2,472 |
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
When picking where to sell Barley(Jau), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Barley(Jau) changed hands at this rate in Fatehnagar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.