August 19, 2026 6:20 PM
Makhana: From Bihar’s ponds to a Rs 12,000-crore opportunity
India's makhana (fox nut) market is projected to reach Rs 11,000-12,000 crore by 2029-30, driven by rising demand, higher prices, expanding production and growing interest in health-focused snacks, according to an official factsheet. The domestic makhana market recorded annual growth of 17-18 per cent between 2021-22 and 2024-25, while average prices rose from around Rs 500 per kg in 2020-22 to nearly Rs 1,250 per kg in 2025. Production volumes, however, grew by only around 4-5 per cent betwee...