Based on 20 years of data, Custard Apple (Sharifa) prices in India typically peak in March (about 44% above the annual average) and bottom out in November (roughly 39% below). Historically, selling around March has fetched better rates.
Best month
March
vs average +44%
Weakest month
November
vs average −39%
100 = annual average (₹3,554/quintal) · averaged over 20 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 124.9 | ₹4,439 |
| February | 133.3 | ₹4,738 |
| March★ Best | 143.7 | ₹5,108 |
| April | 137.1 | ₹4,873 |
| May | 141.6 | ₹5,033 |
| June | 84.7 | ₹3,011 |
| July | 72.7 | ₹2,584 |
| August | 73.1 | ₹2,598 |
| September | 73.2 | ₹2,602 |
| October | 65.8 | ₹2,339 |
| NovemberLowest | 61.2 | ₹2,175 |
| December | 88.7 | ₹3,153 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, May, April. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹11,750/quintal in May 2018.
