Based on 26 years of data, Barley (Jau) prices in India typically peak in February (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in April (roughly 7% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +5%
Weakest month
April
vs average −7%
100 = annual average (₹1,320/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 104.6 | ₹1,381 |
| February★ Best | 104.7 | ₹1,383 |
| March | 97.4 | ₹1,286 |
| AprilLowest | 93.5 | ₹1,235 |
| May | 97.9 | ₹1,293 |
| June | 95.4 | ₹1,260 |
| July | 99.5 | ₹1,314 |
| August | 101.3 | ₹1,338 |
| September | 99.9 | ₹1,319 |
| October | 102.2 | ₹1,350 |
| November | 101 | ₹1,334 |
| December | 102.7 | ₹1,356 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, January, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,752/quintal in January 2023.
