Based on 22 years of data, Cock prices in India typically peak in April (about 26% above the annual average) and bottom out in September (roughly 27% below). Historically, selling around April has fetched better rates.
Best month
April
vs average +26%
Weakest month
September
vs average −27%
100 = annual average (₹4,343/quintal) · averaged over 22 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 108 | ₹4,690 |
| February | 107.1 | ₹4,651 |
| March | 115.4 | ₹5,012 |
| April★ Best | 126.3 | ₹5,485 |
| May | 113.5 | ₹4,929 |
| June | 108.9 | ₹4,730 |
| July | 89.6 | ₹3,891 |
| August | 87.3 | ₹3,791 |
| SeptemberLowest | 73.1 | ₹3,175 |
| October | 77.5 | ₹3,366 |
Top 3 months to sell: April, March, May. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹23,704/quintal in April 2005.
| November |
| 92.9 |
| ₹4,035 |
| December | 100.2 | ₹4,352 |
