Based on 25 years of data, Duster Beans prices in India typically peak in May (about 15% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 9% below). Historically, selling around May has fetched better rates.
Best month
May
vs average +15%
Weakest month
February
vs average −9%
100 = annual average (₹3,508/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 98.9 | ₹3,470 |
| FebruaryLowest | 91.3 | ₹3,203 |
| March | 91.3 | ₹3,203 |
| April | 104.9 | ₹3,680 |
| May★ Best | 115.1 | ₹4,038 |
| June | 109.8 | ₹3,852 |
| July | 103.5 | ₹3,631 |
| August | 92.9 | ₹3,259 |
| September | 97 | ₹3,403 |
| October | 96.8 | ₹3,396 |
Top 3 months to sell: May, June, April. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹9,298/quintal in June 2024.
| November |
| 101.1 |
| ₹3,547 |
| December | 97.3 | ₹3,414 |
