Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Banthara APMC stood at the front of the pack for Makhana(Foxnut), clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,23,097 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Banthara APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,57,452
- Lowest Price Today₹1,00,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,23,097
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date17 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.
At this level, Makhana(Foxnut) is about 10.0% above the period average, sitting just 41.6% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹1,23,097 |
| 2 Muzzafarnagar APMC | ₹42,500 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹41,000 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹40,300 |
| 5 Bareilly APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 6 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹36,479 |
| 7 Saharanpur APMC | ₹35,880 |
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 ₹87,217 (243.1%), 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 Banthara APMC ranged between ₹74,837 and ₹2,10,714, with the average around ₹1,11,863. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,10,713 | ₹95,319 | ₹1,13,520 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,48,488 | ₹1,48,488 | ₹1,48,488 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,47,501 | ₹1,02,124 | ₹1,47,020 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,22,625 | ₹1,22,625 | ₹1,22,625 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,48,500 | ₹1,48,500 | ₹1,48,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,10,713 | ₹92,381 | ₹1,29,576 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,04,282 | ₹74,837 | ₹81,216 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,02,124 | ₹1,02,124 | ₹1,02,124 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,48,852 | ₹1,48,852 | ₹1,48,852 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,10,713 | ₹92,480 | ₹1,09,770 |
| 04 Sep | ₹96,000 | ₹96,000 | ₹96,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,03,809 | ₹77,702 | ₹79,807 |
| 02 Sep | ₹97,264 | ₹76,920 | ₹78,414 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,48,699 | ₹86,340 | ₹93,967 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,48,500 | ₹1,48,500 | ₹1,48,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,48,699 | ₹1,48,699 | ₹1,48,699 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,10,713 | ₹89,170 | ₹91,791 |
| 22 Aug | ₹85,710 | ₹80,604 | ₹80,658 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,57,452 | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,23,097 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,48,500 | ₹1,48,500 | ₹1,48,500 |
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
The headline Makhana(Foxnut) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Banthara APMC led Makhana(Foxnut) on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.