Across the reporting yards on 21 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,570 per quintal in Kota APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,570
- Lowest Price Today₹2,570
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,570
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Barley(Jau) rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹2,900 |
| 2 Azamgarh APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Manasa APMC | ₹2,781 |
| 4 Khandwa APMC | ₹2,740 |
| 5 Piplya APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 6 Nimbahera APMC | ₹2,671 |
| 7 Chhotisadri APMC | ₹2,670 |
| 8 Beawar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Neemuch APMC | ₹2,599 |
| 10 Bundi APMC | ₹2,581 |
| 11 Katni APMC | ₹2,578 |
| 12 Kota APMC | ₹2,570 |
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.
That ₹330 (12.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Barley(Jau) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Kota APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,506. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,877 | ₹2,877 | ₹2,877 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,377 | ₹2,377 | ₹2,377 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,485 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,485 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,515 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,515 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,515 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,515 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,570 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 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 |
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
Net-net, Kota APMC posted this Barley(Jau) rate on 21 Aug 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.