In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Meerut APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Meerut 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₹1,900
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Barley(Jau) about 19.8% below the period average, and just 33.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Barley(Jau) rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bassi APMC Leader | ₹2,570 |
| 2 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 3 Robertsganj APMC | ₹2,405 |
| 4 Charkhari APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 5 Harpalpur APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 6 Dei APMC | ₹2,341 |
| 7 Raath APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 8 Mauranipur APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Mahoba APMC | ₹2,054 |
| 10 Meerut APMC | ₹1,900 |
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 ₹670 (35.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 2 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Meerut APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,840, with the average around ₹2,370. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,840 | ₹2,840 | ₹2,840 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Meerut APMC reported Barley(Jau) at this level on 26 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.