Pulling together the 30 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹38,858 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Makhana(Foxnut) today.
01What's Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹40,000
- Lowest Price Today₹38,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹38,858
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Makhana(Foxnut) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Makhana(Foxnut) is about 9.1% below the period average — just 64.0% 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 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Noida APMC Leader | ₹1,17,238 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹85,100 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,762 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹38,858 |
| 5 Saharanpur APMC | ₹38,069 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Makhana(Foxnut).
At ₹79,169 (208.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Makhana(Foxnut) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,07,978, with the average around ₹42,755. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹38,858 |
| 29 Aug | ₹94,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹49,720 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Makhana(Foxnut) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Varanasi APMC logged this Makhana(Foxnut) rate on 30 Aug 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.