Based on 26 years of data, Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) prices in India typically peak in July (about 153% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 19% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +153%
Weakest month
October
vs average −19%
100 = annual average (₹1,451/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 88.5 | ₹1,284 |
| February | 88.1 | ₹1,278 |
| March | 86.2 | ₹1,250 |
| April | 87.8 | ₹1,274 |
| May | 89.5 | ₹1,298 |
| June | 84.7 | ₹1,229 |
| July★ Best | 253 | ₹3,670 |
| August | 85.2 | ₹1,236 |
| September | 82.6 | ₹1,198 |
| OctoberLowest | 81.1 | ₹1,176 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, May, January. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹64,904/quintal in July 2022.
| November |
| 85.7 |
| ₹1,243 |
| December | 87.5 | ₹1,269 |
