Pulling together the 26 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹36,876 per quintal in Saharanpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹47,198
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹36,876
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date26 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.
At this level, Makhana(Foxnut) is about 2.4% below the period average, sitting just 23.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Makhana(Foxnut) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹1,48,699 |
| 2 Hapur APMC | ₹94,670 |
| 3 Mathura APMC | ₹90,037 |
| 4 Badayoun APMC | ₹70,000 |
| 5 Lucknow APMC | ₹41,296 |
| 6 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 7 Varanasi APMC | ₹38,200 |
| 8 Saharanpur APMC | ₹36,876 |
| 9 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹36,743 |
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 ₹1,11,957 (304.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹48,400, with the average around ₹37,775. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹36,500 | ₹33,900 | ₹35,635 |
| 26 Aug | ₹47,198 | ₹30,000 | ₹36,876 |
| 24 Aug | ₹46,500 | ₹31,200 | ₹35,893 |
| 23 Aug | ₹48,400 | ₹34,936 | ₹39,022 |
| 22 Aug | ₹40,175 | ₹33,000 | ₹35,788 |
| 21 Aug | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹33,500 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,919 |
| 19 Aug | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹35,880 | ₹35,880 | ₹35,880 |
| 16 Aug | ₹36,785 | ₹36,785 | ₹36,785 |
| 14 Aug | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹37,440 | ₹36,400 | ₹36,762 |
| 12 Aug | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 | ₹36,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹39,900 | ₹39,900 | ₹39,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹39,900 | ₹39,919 |
| 25 Jul | ₹41,108 | ₹40,600 | ₹40,896 |
| 23 Jul | ₹39,900 | ₹39,900 | ₹39,900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹39,900 | ₹39,900 | ₹39,900 |
| 29 Jun | ₹39,950 | ₹39,950 | ₹39,950 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Makhana(Foxnut) stood at Saharanpur APMC on 26 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.