In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,080 per quintal in Mahoba APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Barley(Jau) markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Mahoba APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,080
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Barley(Jau) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.1% below the period average and just 13.3% 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
The table below lines up Barley(Jau) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mahoba APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Piplya APMC | ₹2,799 |
| 3 Chhotisadri APMC | ₹2,770 |
| 4 Nimbahera APMC | ₹2,581 |
| 5 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹2,575 |
| 6 Dooni APMC | ₹2,558 |
| 7 Katni APMC | ₹2,528 |
| 8 Satna APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Bassi APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Neemuch APMC | ₹2,401 |
| 11 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹2,370 |
| 12 Mehrauni APMC | ₹2,358 |
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 ₹442 (18.7%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Mahoba APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,125. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,080 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹2,040 | ₹2,049 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,080 | ₹2,030 | ₹2,057 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,080 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,077 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,040 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,280 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,226 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,230 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,071 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,090 | ₹2,095 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,297 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,131 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,020 |
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
For Barley(Jau), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Mahoba APMC posted this Barley(Jau) rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.