Based on 26 years of data, Castor Seed prices in India typically peak in July (about 3% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +3%
Weakest month
May
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹3,595/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 100.3 | ₹3,606 |
| February | 100.7 | ₹3,621 |
| March | 99.2 | ₹3,567 |
| April | 98.7 | ₹3,549 |
| MayLowest | 97.3 | ₹3,498 |
| June | 98.3 | ₹3,534 |
| July★ Best | 102.8 | ₹3,696 |
| August | 102.6 | ₹3,689 |
| September | 101.9 | ₹3,664 |
| October | 99.7 | ₹3,585 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, August, September. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹6,989/quintal in June 2022.
| November |
| 98.7 |
| ₹3,549 |
| December | 100 | ₹3,595 |
