Reading today's price tape for 26 Aug 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹40,000 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹40,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Makhana(Foxnut) is about 1.9% below the period average — just 50.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Makhana(Foxnut) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹94,670 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹70,000 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹41,730 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹35,696 |
| 6 Saharanpur APMC | ₹35,088 |
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.
At ₹59,582 (169.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Makhana(Foxnut) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹40,000 and ₹80,952, with the average around ₹40,794. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹40,564 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,125 |
| 22 Aug | ₹41,500 | ₹41,500 | ₹41,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹40,453 | ₹40,453 | ₹40,453 |
| 19 Aug | ₹41,500 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹80,952 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,352 |
| 17 Aug | ₹41,679 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹41,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,108 |
| 12 Aug | ₹40,176 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,027 |
| 10 Aug | ₹42,576 | ₹41,579 | ₹42,145 |
| 09 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹41,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,101 |
| 06 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹41,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,708 |
| 03 Aug | ₹40,478 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,245 |
| 01 Aug | ₹41,500 | ₹41,500 | ₹41,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹80,952 | ₹41,500 | ₹41,942 |
| 29 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹43,293 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,656 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kanpur(Grain) APMC logged this Makhana(Foxnut) rate on 26 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.