Based on 25 years of data, Bull prices in India typically peak in February (about 8% above the annual average) and bottom out in December (roughly 7% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +8%
Weakest month
December
vs average −7%
100 = annual average (₹17,281/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.9 | ₹17,609 |
| February★ Best | 107.5 | ₹18,577 |
| March | 100.6 | ₹17,385 |
| April | 101 | ₹17,454 |
| May | 105.6 | ₹18,249 |
| June | 104.5 | ₹18,059 |
| July | 102.3 | ₹17,679 |
| August | 98.8 | ₹17,074 |
| September | 93.9 | ₹16,227 |
| October | 94.4 | ₹16,313 |
| November |
Top 3 months to sell: February, May, June. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹43,833/quintal in August 2025.
| 96.1 |
| ₹16,607 |
| DecemberLowest | 93.2 | ₹16,106 |
