As the 14 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Khargapur APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Barley(Jau) yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Barley)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 16.0% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Barley(Jau) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹3,301 |
| 2 Himatnagar APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 4 Barisadri APMC | ₹3,281 |
| 5 Piplya APMC | ₹3,151 |
| 6 Nimbahera APMC | ₹3,050 |
| 7 Kota APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Dooni APMC | ₹2,959 |
| 9 Chhatarpur APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Khargapur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Kesarisinghpur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Katni APMC | ₹2,686 |
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.
The ₹615 (22.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Khargapur APMC ranged between ₹2,190 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,413. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,710 | ₹2,678 | ₹2,710 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,479 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,511 | ₹2,499 | ₹2,511 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,575 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,575 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,525 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,510 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,530 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,210 | ₹2,190 | ₹2,210 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,210 | ₹2,190 | ₹2,210 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,235 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,260 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,252 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,252 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,212 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,212 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Barley(Jau) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Khargapur APMC posted this Barley(Jau) rate on 14 Oct 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.