Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹70,400 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Makhana(Foxnut) yards.
01What's Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹70,400
- Lowest Price Today₹70,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹70,400
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Makhana(Foxnut) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Makhana(Foxnut) is about 43.5% above the period average — just 43.7% 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
This table ranks Makhana(Foxnut) rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹89,405 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹70,400 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹36,400 |
| 4 Jhansi APMC | ₹26,500 |
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.
The ₹62,905 (237.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹40,000 and ₹1,25,000, with the average around ₹49,054. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹70,400 | ₹70,400 | ₹70,400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,492 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Makhana(Foxnut) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lucknow APMC logged this Makhana(Foxnut) rate on 21 Oct 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.