With the 01 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹36,481 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹40,000
- Lowest Price Today₹35,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹36,481
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date01 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 5.6% below the period average and just 12.4% 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 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanpur(Grain) APMC Leader | ₹41,500 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 4 Prayagraj APMC | ₹36,481 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹35,393 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,107 (17.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹35,000 and ₹41,640, with the average around ₹38,649. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹36,481 |
| 30 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹41,640 | ₹41,640 | ₹41,640 |
| 18 Jul | ₹39,997 | ₹39,997 | ₹39,997 |
| 17 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,692 |
| 08 Jul | ₹36,750 | ₹36,750 | ₹36,750 |
| 07 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 22 Jun | ₹40,283 | ₹40,283 | ₹40,283 |
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
Net-net, Prayagraj APMC posted this Makhana(Foxnut) rate on 01 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.