Based on 22 years of data, Hen prices in India typically peak in March (about 23% above the annual average) and bottom out in May (roughly 15% below). Historically, selling around March has fetched better rates.
Best month
March
vs average +23%
Weakest month
May
vs average −15%
100 = annual average (₹3,853/quintal) · averaged over 22 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 93 | ₹3,583 |
| February | 112.2 | ₹4,323 |
| March★ Best | 122.8 | ₹4,731 |
| April | 99.9 | ₹3,849 |
| MayLowest | 84.7 | ₹3,263 |
| June | 94.6 | ₹3,645 |
| July | 100.7 | ₹3,880 |
| August | 114.4 | ₹4,407 |
| September | 99.6 | ₹3,837 |
| October | 89.5 | ₹3,448 |
| November | 91.8 | ₹3,537 |
| December | 96.8 | ₹3,729 |
Top 3 months to sell: March, August, February. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹24,773/quintal in March 2011.
