Based on 26 years of data, Barley (Jau) prices in India typically peak in January (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in April (roughly 6% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +5%
Weakest month
April
vs average −6%
100 = annual average (₹1,312/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 105.3 | ₹1,381 |
| February | 105.3 | ₹1,381 |
| March | 98 | ₹1,286 |
| AprilLowest | 94.2 | ₹1,236 |
| May | 98.5 | ₹1,292 |
| June | 96 | ₹1,259 |
| July | 100.1 | ₹1,313 |
| August | 102 | ₹1,338 |
| September | 96.9 | ₹1,271 |
| October | 98.7 | ₹1,295 |
| November | 101.6 | ₹1,333 |
| December | 103.3 | ₹1,355 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, February, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,752/quintal in January 2023.
