As fresh arrivals settled on 04 Aug 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹35,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. This is one of several Makhana(Foxnut) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Makhana(Foxnut) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹35,000
- Lowest Price Today₹35,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹35,000
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date04 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 11.5% below the period average and just 65.8% 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 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹42,000 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,432 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹35,000 |
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 ₹7,000 (20.0%) 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 Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,02,230, with the average around ₹39,544. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,784 |
| 30 Jul | ₹35,519 | ₹26,664 | ₹30,998 |
| 29 Jul | ₹34,600 | ₹26,000 | ₹31,373 |
| 28 Jul | ₹56,260 | ₹30,000 | ₹34,096 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,02,230 | ₹25,000 | ₹52,851 |
| 25 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹40,100 | ₹40,100 | ₹40,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹36,500 | ₹36,500 | ₹36,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹36,500 | ₹36,500 | ₹36,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹36,720 | ₹36,720 | ₹36,720 |
| 08 Jul | ₹43,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹37,530 |
| 03 Jul | ₹32,400 | ₹32,400 | ₹32,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹40,650 | ₹25,210 | ₹29,389 |
| 27 Jun | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,01,150 | ₹90,479 | ₹92,436 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Makhana(Foxnut) rate on 04 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.