Based on what the markets reported on 27 Aug 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹45,890 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Makhana(Foxnut) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Rate
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₹88,023
- Lowest Price Today₹38,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹45,890
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Makhana(Foxnut) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Makhana(Foxnut) is about 7.6% above the period average — just 57.5% 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
The table below lines up Makhana(Foxnut) rates across the markets that reported on 27 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sikanderabad APMC Leader | ₹1,32,867 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹1,08,033 |
| 3 DADRI APMC | ₹1,05,000 |
| 4 Agra APMC | ₹92,011 |
| 5 Muradnagar APMC | ₹80,953 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹45,890 |
| 7 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹41,000 |
| 8 Bareilly APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 9 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹38,000 |
| 10 Saharanpur APMC | ₹35,635 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Makhana(Foxnut).
A spread of ₹97,231 (272.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,07,978, with the average around ₹42,667. 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 | ₹88,023 | ₹38,200 | ₹45,890 |
| 26 Aug | ₹38,200 | ₹38,200 | ₹38,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹39,712 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,07,978 | ₹89,850 | ₹1,01,767 |
| 20 Aug | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Makhana(Foxnut) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Makhana(Foxnut) changed hands at this rate in Varanasi APMC on 27 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.