Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Neemuch APMC stood at the front of the pack for Barley(Jau), clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,521 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,521
- Lowest Price Today₹3,291
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,521
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Barley)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Barley(Jau) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Barley(Jau) is about 26.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% 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 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch APMC Leader | ₹3,521 |
| 2 Mandsaur APMC | ₹3,501 |
| 3 Manasa APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 4 Piplya APMC | ₹3,181 |
| 5 Dooni APMC | ₹2,962 |
| 6 Malpura APMC | ₹2,915 |
| 7 Chhatarpur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 8 Naugaon APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 9 Katni APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Baikunthpur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Bajju APMC | ₹2,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Barley(Jau).
At ₹1,121 (46.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Barley(Jau) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Neemuch APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,776. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹3,521 | ₹3,291 | ₹3,521 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,101 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,462 | ₹3,275 | ₹3,462 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,233 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,233 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,390 | ₹3,349 | ₹3,390 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,431 | ₹2,902 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,425 | ₹3,425 | ₹3,425 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,341 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,341 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,993 | ₹2,866 | ₹2,993 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,920 | ₹2,765 | ₹2,920 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,039 | ₹2,457 | ₹2,865 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,040 | ₹2,381 | ₹3,040 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,885 | ₹2,811 | ₹2,885 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,926 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,761 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,935 | ₹2,726 | ₹2,935 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,841 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,841 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,899 | ₹2,601 | ₹2,899 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,850 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,821 | ₹2,571 | ₹2,821 |
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
To sum up, Neemuch APMC led Barley(Jau) on 22 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.