Makhana, or fox nut, has emerged as one of India’s fastest-growing agri-food products, driven by its nutritional value, rising health awareness and increasing global demand. India is the world’s largest producer of makhana, with Bihar contributing nearly three-fourths of national output and around 80–85 percent of global supply. In 2025–26, India exported 7,264.89 MT of makhana products worth ₹19,296.08 lakh, while domestic prices rose sharply on strong demand for healthy, premium snacks.
This article traces makhana’s journey from a traditional Bihar crop to a recognised global superfood — covering production trends, the Mithila Makhana GI tag, domestic consumption patterns, export markets, farmer support programmes, nutritional benefits, the seed-to-snack value chain, and the role of the National Makhana Board and the National Research Centre for Makhana. Whether you follow agriculture, food and nutrition, rural livelihoods, exports or government schemes, this guide offers a clear and comprehensive look at India’s makhana growth story.
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Date of post: 20.08.2026
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