Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Oct 2026, Varanasi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Makhana(Foxnut), clocking the day's best rate at ₹89,405 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Makhana(Foxnut) Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹99,999
- Lowest Price Today₹70,522
- Average (Modal) Price₹89,405
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMakhana(Foxnut) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 99.7% above the period average and just 18.7% 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
This table ranks Makhana(Foxnut) rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹89,405 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹70,400 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹36,400 |
| 4 Jhansi APMC | ₹26,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Makhana(Foxnut).
That ₹62,905 (237.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Makhana(Foxnut) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Makhana(Foxnut) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹1,10,000, with the average around ₹44,766. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹99,999 | ₹70,522 | ₹89,405 |
| 19 Oct | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹40,900 | ₹38,000 | ₹40,099 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,10,000 | ₹40,400 | ₹94,085 |
| 14 Oct | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,10,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹57,784 |
| 23 Sep | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹40,400 | ₹40,400 | ₹40,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹40,500 | ₹40,500 | ₹40,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹38,500 | ₹38,500 | ₹38,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 | ₹82,123 |
| 11 Sep | ₹43,000 | ₹43,000 | ₹43,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,532 |
| 09 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹60,472 | ₹39,000 | ₹40,285 |
| 31 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹39,440 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Varanasi APMC set the pace for Makhana(Foxnut). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.