Pulling together the 12 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Pratapgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Barley(Jau), clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,100 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Barley(Jau).
01What Put Pratapgarh APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,170
- Lowest Price Today₹3,076
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Barley-Organic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Barley(Jau) is about 20.1% above the period average — just 2.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Barley(Jau) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pratapgarh APMC Leader | ₹3,100 |
| 2 Malpura APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 3 Dooni APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Kesarisinghpur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Tikamgarh APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Kasganj APMC | ₹2,775 |
| 7 Khargapur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 8 Jatara APMC | ₹2,578 |
| 9 Chhatarpur APMC | ₹2,520 |
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 ₹580 (23.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,226 and ₹3,170, with the average around ₹2,582. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹3,170 | ₹3,076 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,856 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,825 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,770 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,560 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,775 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,780 | ₹2,670 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,790 | ₹2,720 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,770 | ₹2,695 | ₹2,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,760 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,725 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,495 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,415 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,513 | ₹2,481 | ₹2,495 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,468 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,455 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,465 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,460 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,390 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,380 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,380 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,390 | ₹2,226 | ₹2,308 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,390 | ₹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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Barley(Jau) found its strongest bid at Pratapgarh APMC on 12 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.