As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Lalitpur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,250
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.7% above the period average and just 2.2% 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
The table below lines up Barley(Jau) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalitpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Malpura APMC Leader | ₹2,500 |
| 2 Robertsganj APMC | ₹2,451 |
| 3 Karvi APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Charkhari APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 5 Mehrauni APMC | ₹2,289 |
| 6 Lalitpur APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 7 Maudaha APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 8 Jhansi APMC | ₹1,625 |
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 ₹875 (53.8%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹1,925 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,190. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,271 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,266 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,261 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,274 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,261 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,249 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,202 | ₹2,214 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,925 | ₹1,942 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,236 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,268 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,255 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,267 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,262 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,253 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 |
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
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, Lalitpur APMC posted this Barley(Jau) rate on 16 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.