Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Manasa APMC stood at the front of the pack for Barley(Jau), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,750 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,750
- Lowest Price Today₹2,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Barley)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Barley(Jau) is about 4.5% above the period average — just 1.1% short of 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manasa APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Khandwa APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 3 Beawar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 4 Kota APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 5 Bassi APMC | ₹2,495 |
| 6 Malpura APMC | ₹2,445 |
| 7 Bagru APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 8 Sridungargarh APMC | ₹2,061 |
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 ₹689 (33.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Manasa APMC ranged between ₹2,090 and ₹2,780, with the average around ₹2,632. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,731 | ₹2,731 | ₹2,731 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,731 | ₹2,731 | ₹2,731 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,760 | ₹2,760 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,760 | ₹2,760 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹2,701 | ₹2,780 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,752 | ₹2,646 | ₹2,752 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,681 | ₹2,681 | ₹2,681 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,701 | ₹2,681 | ₹2,701 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,701 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,701 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,351 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,225 | ₹2,090 | ₹2,225 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Barley(Jau) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Barley(Jau) found its strongest bid at Manasa APMC on 20 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.