Pulling together the 21 Jul 2026 mandi readings, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹40,100 per quintal in Varanasi 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
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₹40,100
- Lowest Price Today₹40,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,100
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date21 Jul 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.
Right now Makhana(Foxnut) is about 10.4% below the period average — just 63.5% 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
Here's how Makhana(Foxnut) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹1,18,939 |
| 2 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹41,000 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹40,100 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹35,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Makhana(Foxnut).
The ₹83,939 (239.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,10,000, with the average around ₹44,766. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹99,999 | ₹70,522 | ₹89,405 |
| 19 Oct | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹40,900 | ₹38,000 | ₹40,099 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,10,000 | ₹40,400 | ₹94,085 |
| 14 Oct | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,10,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹57,784 |
| 23 Sep | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹40,400 | ₹40,400 | ₹40,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹40,500 | ₹40,500 | ₹40,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹38,500 | ₹38,500 | ₹38,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 |
| 11 Sep | ₹43,000 | ₹43,000 | ₹43,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,532 |
| 09 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹60,472 | ₹39,000 | ₹40,285 |
| 31 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹39,440 |
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
To wrap up, Varanasi APMC logged this Makhana(Foxnut) rate on 21 Jul 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.