In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹94,085 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹94,085
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Makhana(Foxnut) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Makhana(Foxnut) is about 113.4% above the period average, sitting just 14.5% 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 Makhana(Foxnut) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹1,13,520 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹94,085 |
| 3 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹41,313 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,414 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹35,000 |
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 ₹78,520 (224.3%) 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, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,10,000, with the average around ₹44,096. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,10,000 | ₹40,400 | ₹94,085 |
| 14 Oct | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,10,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹57,784 |
| 23 Sep | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹40,400 | ₹40,400 | ₹40,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹40,500 | ₹40,500 | ₹40,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹38,500 | ₹38,500 | ₹38,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 |
| 11 Sep | ₹43,000 | ₹43,000 | ₹43,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,532 |
| 09 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹60,472 | ₹39,000 | ₹40,285 |
| 31 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹39,440 |
| 30 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹38,467 |
| 29 Aug | ₹94,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹49,720 |
| 27 Aug | ₹88,023 | ₹38,200 | ₹45,890 |
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 Makhana(Foxnut) 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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Makhana(Foxnut) stood at Varanasi APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.