As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Aug 2026, Varanasi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Makhana(Foxnut), clocking the day's best rate at ₹41,237 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
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹43,500
- Lowest Price Today₹38,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹41,237
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Makhana(Foxnut) about 4.3% above the period average, and just 59.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Makhana(Foxnut) rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹41,237 |
| 2 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹40,859 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,787 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹36,200 |
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.
The ₹5,037 (13.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,02,230, with the average around ₹39,522. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹43,500 | ₹38,500 | ₹41,237 |
| 18 Aug | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹48,613 |
| 14 Aug | ₹41,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,346 |
| 11 Aug | ₹43,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹40,616 |
| 10 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹39,903 |
| 08 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹32,400 | ₹31,500 | ₹32,012 |
| 05 Aug | ₹31,500 | ₹31,500 | ₹31,500 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Makhana(Foxnut) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC was the market to beat for Makhana(Foxnut) on 19 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.