Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Mahoba APMC stood at the front of the pack for Barley(Jau), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,782 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Barley(Jau) today.
01What's Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,820
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,782
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Barley(Jau) is about 28.3% above the period average, sitting just 1.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Barley(Jau) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mahoba APMC Leader | ₹2,782 |
| 2 Orai APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 3 Bharuasumerpur APMC | ₹2,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹682 (32.5%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Mahoba APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,820, with the average around ₹2,168. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,820 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,782 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,240 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,225 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,225 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,174 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,120 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,066 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,171 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,310 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,570 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,090 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,068 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,420 | ₹2,040 | ₹2,141 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,110 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,057 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹2,030 | ₹2,043 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,160 | ₹2,020 | ₹2,093 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,090 | ₹2,030 | ₹2,057 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,080 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,054 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,130 | ₹2,020 | ₹2,075 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,090 | ₹2,040 | ₹2,066 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,080 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹2,040 | ₹2,049 |
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
Selling Barley(Jau) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To sum up, Mahoba APMC led Barley(Jau) on 18 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.