Based on 25 years of data, Cowpea(Veg) prices in India typically peak in October (about 8% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 7% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +8%
Weakest month
February
vs average −7%
100 = annual average (₹3,234/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 99.8 | ₹3,227 |
| FebruaryLowest | 93.1 | ₹3,010 |
| March | 95.7 | ₹3,094 |
| April | 100.2 | ₹3,240 |
| May | 101.3 | ₹3,276 |
| June | 106.4 | ₹3,440 |
| July | 96.8 | ₹3,130 |
| August | 100.8 | ₹3,259 |
| September | 98.6 | ₹3,188 |
| October★ Best | 107.8 | ₹3,486 |
| November | 102.3 | ₹3,308 |
| December | 97.2 | ₹3,143 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, June, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹8,796/quintal in June 2024.
