Based on 25 years of data, Goat prices in India typically peak in October (about 2% above the annual average) and bottom out in December (roughly 3% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +2%
Weakest month
December
vs average −3%
100 = annual average (₹4,580/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 99.6 | ₹4,562 |
| February | 98.1 | ₹4,493 |
| March | 101.3 | ₹4,640 |
| April | 99.3 | ₹4,548 |
| May | 100.2 | ₹4,589 |
| June | 100.8 | ₹4,617 |
| July | 98.2 | ₹4,498 |
| August | 100.1 | ₹4,585 |
| September | 101.4 | ₹4,644 |
| October★ Best | 102.4 | ₹4,690 |
| November | 101.8 | ₹4,662 |
| DecemberLowest | 96.7 | ₹4,429 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, November, September. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹9,485/quintal in April 2022.
