Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹40,099 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Makhana(Foxnut) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹40,900
- Lowest Price Today₹38,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,099
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Makhana(Foxnut) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Makhana(Foxnut) is about 8.9% below the period average, sitting just 63.5% 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
This table ranks Makhana(Foxnut) rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹40,492 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹40,099 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 4 Saharanpur APMC | ₹32,590 |
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.
That ₹7,902 (24.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Makhana(Foxnut) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,10,000, with the average around ₹44,023. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹40,900 | ₹38,000 | ₹40,099 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Makhana(Foxnut) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Makhana(Foxnut) stood at Varanasi APMC on 18 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.