Based on 25 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 (₹1,284/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 104.7 | ₹1,344 |
| February★ Best | 105.2 | ₹1,351 |
| March | 97.8 | ₹1,256 |
| AprilLowest | 93.4 | ₹1,199 |
| May | 97.7 | ₹1,254 |
| June | 95.1 | ₹1,221 |
| July | 99.1 | ₹1,272 |
| August | 100.6 | ₹1,291 |
| September | 99 | ₹1,271 |
| October | 100.9 | ₹1,295 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, January, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,752/quintal in January 2023.
| November |
| 103.9 |
| ₹1,334 |
| December | 102.6 | ₹1,317 |
