In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Sep 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹40,278 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹42,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,278
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date16 Sep 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.
Right now Makhana(Foxnut) is about 17.9% below the period average — just 67.8% 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 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agra APMC Leader | ₹1,48,530 |
| 2 Shamli APMC | ₹83,000 |
| 3 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹40,905 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹40,500 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,278 |
| 6 Prayagraj APMC | ₹40,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Makhana(Foxnut).
That ₹1,08,530 (271.3%) 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 ₹49,058. 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 Sep | ₹42,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,278 |
| 15 Sep | ₹83,500 | ₹40,000 | ₹46,945 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,15,000 | ₹40,499 | ₹71,309 |
| 13 Sep | ₹93,039 | ₹40,000 | ₹58,772 |
| 12 Sep | ₹82,001 | ₹70,400 | ₹77,692 |
| 11 Sep | ₹83,810 | ₹83,810 | ₹83,810 |
| 10 Sep | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹41,500 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,237 |
| 06 Sep | ₹42,857 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,516 |
| 05 Sep | ₹40,891 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,425 |
| 04 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹42,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,639 |
| 01 Sep | ₹81,054 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,896 |
| 31 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,23,810 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,672 |
| 29 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹46,186 |
| 26 Aug | ₹54,730 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,296 |
| 25 Aug | ₹42,857 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,369 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,06,926 | ₹40,000 | ₹51,347 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Makhana(Foxnut), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lucknow APMC logged this Makhana(Foxnut) rate on 16 Sep 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.