Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Makhana(Foxnut), clocking the day's best rate at ₹40,895 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Makhana(Foxnut) today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹45,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,895
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 Oct 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.
This puts Makhana(Foxnut) about 16.2% below the period average, and just 67.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹40,000 and ₹1,25,000, with the average around ₹48,778. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,895 |
| 17 Oct | ₹42,176 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹42,857 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,414 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,03,000 | ₹1,03,000 | ₹1,03,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,03,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,952 |
| 13 Oct | ₹48,312 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,958 |
| 12 Oct | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,359 |
| 21 Sep | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹42,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,527 |
| 18 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 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 |
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 day's best Makhana(Foxnut) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Lucknow APMC was the market to beat for Makhana(Foxnut) on 18 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.