In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Makhana(Foxnut), clocking the day's best rate at ₹40,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Price
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹40,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Makhana(Foxnut) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 19.0% below the period average and just 68.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Makhana(Foxnut) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹40,000 |
| 2 Saharanpur APMC | ₹36,785 |
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 ₹3,215 (8.7%) 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 Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹40,000 and ₹1,25,000, with the average around ₹49,410. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,25,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,287 |
| 13 Aug | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹84,683 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,787 |
| 09 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹43,567 |
| 08 Aug | ₹40,268 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,075 |
| 07 Aug | ₹42,442 | ₹42,442 | ₹42,442 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,22,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹50,733 |
| 05 Aug | ₹94,127 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,756 |
| 04 Aug | ₹47,619 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,432 |
| 02 Aug | ₹52,176 | ₹40,000 | ₹43,099 |
| 01 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹80,952 | ₹80,952 | ₹80,952 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,25,000 | ₹1,25,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹43,154 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,581 |
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC set the pace for Makhana(Foxnut). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.