Based on 26 years of data, Brinjal prices in India typically peak in August (about 19% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 15% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +19%
Weakest month
March
vs average −15%
100 = annual average (₹1,339/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 91.5 | ₹1,226 |
| February | 86.1 | ₹1,153 |
| MarchLowest | 85.4 | ₹1,144 |
| April | 86.8 | ₹1,163 |
| May | 89.2 | ₹1,195 |
| June | 102.1 | ₹1,368 |
| July | 116.9 | ₹1,566 |
| August★ Best | 118.7 | ₹1,590 |
| September | 109.7 | ₹1,469 |
| October | 116.5 | ₹1,560 |
| November | 103.5 | ₹1,386 |
| December | 93.6 | ₹1,254 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹3,412/quintal in August 2024.