Based on 26 years of data, Maize prices in India typically peak in July (about 4% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 4% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +4%
Weakest month
October
vs average −4%
100 = annual average (₹1,222/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 98.4 | ₹1,203 |
| February | 101.5 | ₹1,241 |
| March | 99.6 | ₹1,217 |
| April | 99.9 | ₹1,221 |
| May | 99.4 | ₹1,215 |
| June | 100.7 | ₹1,231 |
| July★ Best | 103.8 | ₹1,269 |
| August | 103.2 | ₹1,261 |
| September | 101.4 | ₹1,239 |
| OctoberLowest | 96.4 | ₹1,178 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, August, February. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹2,451/quintal in August 2024.
| November |
| 96.8 |
| ₹1,183 |
| December | 99 | ₹1,210 |
