In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Makhana(Foxnut) was quoted at ₹39,440 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹50,000
- Lowest Price Today₹38,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹39,440
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date31 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 7.5% below the period average, and just 63.5% 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 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agra APMC Leader | ₹1,49,400 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹1,15,000 |
| 3 Banthara APMC | ₹93,967 |
| 4 Mathura APMC | ₹80,000 |
| 5 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹55,876 |
| 6 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹40,476 |
| 7 Bareilly APMC | ₹40,152 |
| 8 Lucknow APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 9 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 10 Varanasi APMC | ₹39,440 |
| 11 Prayagraj APMC | ₹37,505 |
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 ₹1,11,895 (298.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,07,978, with the average around ₹42,657. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹39,440 |
| 30 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹38,467 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Makhana(Foxnut), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC reported Makhana(Foxnut) at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.