With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,289 per quintal in Mehrauni APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Barley(Jau) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,289
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Barley(Jau) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.3% above the period average and just 18.3% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Mauranipur APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 8 Maudaha APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 9 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.
The ₹875 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Barley(Jau) prices at Mehrauni APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,195. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,289 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,066 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,248 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,342 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,153 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,397 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,106 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,001 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,990 | ₹2,093 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) traded at this rate in Mehrauni APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.