Based on 26 years of data, Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) prices in India typically peak in October (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 5% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +5%
Weakest month
March
vs average −5%
100 = annual average (₹3,687/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 97 | ₹3,576 |
| February | 96.1 | ₹3,543 |
| MarchLowest | 94.9 | ₹3,499 |
| April | 97.4 | ₹3,591 |
| May | 96.7 | ₹3,565 |
| June | 96.7 | ₹3,565 |
| July | 99.8 | ₹3,680 |
| August | 103 | ₹3,798 |
| September | 105.2 | ₹3,879 |
| October★ Best | 105.4 | ₹3,886 |
| November | 104.9 | ₹3,868 |
| December | 102.9 | ₹3,794 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, September, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹8,870/quintal in November 2016.
