From today's trading desk on 24 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,562 per quintal in Katni APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,562
- Lowest Price Today₹2,471
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,562
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Barley)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 9.1% above the period average, sitting just 3.7% 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
This table ranks Barley(Jau) rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramganjmandi APMC Leader | ₹2,690 |
| 2 Katni APMC | ₹2,562 |
| 3 Chhatarpur APMC | ₹2,505 |
| 4 Malpura APMC | ₹2,490 |
| 5 Bassi APMC | ₹2,480 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹2,475 |
| 7 Naugaon APMC | ₹2,431 |
| 8 Dausa APMC | ₹2,417 |
| 9 Gajsinghpur APMC | ₹2,391 |
| 10 Jeerapur APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 11 Rajnagar APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 12 Charkhari APMC | ₹2,218 |
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.
That ₹472 (21.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Barley(Jau) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹1,891 and ₹2,661, with the average around ₹2,348. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹2,573 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,573 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,562 | ₹2,471 | ₹2,562 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,499 | ₹2,578 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,581 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,661 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,661 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,564 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,528 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,566 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,566 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,557 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,556 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,588 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,547 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,547 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,566 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,566 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,561 | ₹2,465 | ₹2,561 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,516 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,516 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,492 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,492 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,439 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,439 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,402 | ₹2,275 | ₹2,402 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,413 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,361 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,365 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,348 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,348 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,309 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,296 |
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 headline Barley(Jau) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, this was the Barley(Jau) rate at Katni APMC on 24 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.