Turning to the 23 Aug 2026 APMC board, Prayagraj APMC stood at the front of the pack for Makhana(Foxnut), clocking the day's best rate at ₹51,303 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹54,668
- Lowest Price Today₹47,619
- Average (Modal) Price₹51,303
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 30.3% above the period average and just 6.2% 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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹35,000 and ₹54,668, with the average around ₹39,361. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹54,668 | ₹47,619 | ₹51,303 |
| 20 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,015 |
| 12 Aug | ₹42,053 | ₹41,521 | ₹41,809 |
| 11 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹41,807 | ₹41,807 | ₹41,807 |
| 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
Going to the top Makhana(Foxnut) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Prayagraj 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.