As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Bassi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Barley(Jau), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,245 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Bassi APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,490
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,245
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.8% below the period average and just 16.9% short of 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bassi APMC Leader | ₹2,245 |
| 2 Sridungargarh APMC | ₹1,820 |
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.
At ₹425 (23.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Barley(Jau) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,490 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,245 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,342 | ₹2,446 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,495 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,495 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,381 | ₹2,453 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,483 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,191 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,490 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,245 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,391 | ₹2,391 | ₹2,391 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,490 | ₹2,280 | ₹2,385 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,381 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,341 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,492 | ₹2,458 | ₹2,475 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,518 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,484 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,546 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,448 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,540 | ₹2,416 | ₹2,478 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,454 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,427 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,485 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,292 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,501 | ₹2,071 | ₹2,286 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,458 | ₹2,392 | ₹2,425 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Bassi APMC set the pace for Barley(Jau). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.