In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Barley(Jau) was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Mathura APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Barley(Jau) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Barley(Jau) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBarley(Jau) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 3-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Barley(Jau) about 3.7% below the period average, and just 7.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Barley(Jau) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chhotisadri APMC Leader | ₹2,751 |
| 2 Manasa APMC | ₹2,731 |
| 3 Kota APMC | ₹2,676 |
| 4 Nimbahera APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 5 Baran APMC | ₹2,612 |
| 6 Mathura APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 7 Jaipur (Grain) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 8 Malpura APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 9 Bassi APMC | ₹2,446 |
| 10 Bijawar APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Naugaon APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 12 Auraiya APMC | ₹2,300 |
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 ₹451 (19.6%) 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 3-Day Trend
Over the last 3 days, Barley(Jau) prices at Mathura APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
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
Before carting Barley(Jau) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mathura APMC reported Barley(Jau) at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.