In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Kota APMC stood at the front of the pack for Barley(Jau), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,676 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Barley(Jau) board.
01What Put Kota APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,676
- Lowest Price Today₹2,676
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,676
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.1% 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
This table ranks Barley(Jau) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kota APMC Leader | ₹2,676 |
| 2 Jaipur (Grain) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 3 Bassi APMC | ₹2,446 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Barley(Jau).
That ₹230 (9.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Barley(Jau) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Kota APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,676, with the average around ₹2,452. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,676 | ₹2,676 | ₹2,676 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,661 | ₹2,661 | ₹2,661 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,640 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,276 | ₹2,276 | ₹2,276 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,480 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,240 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,240 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Kota 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.