Based on 26 years of data, Methi(Leaves) prices in India typically peak in October (about 265% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 54% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +265%
Weakest month
February
vs average −54%
100 = annual average (₹1,739/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 48.8 | ₹848 |
| FebruaryLowest | 45.6 | ₹793 |
| March | 50.1 | ₹871 |
| April | 70.3 | ₹1,222 |
| May | 94.7 | ₹1,647 |
| June | 113.9 | ₹1,980 |
| July | 101.3 | ₹1,761 |
| August | 85.4 | ₹1,485 |
| September | 100.4 | ₹1,746 |
| October★ Best | 364.5 | ₹6,338 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, June, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹1,02,558/quintal in October 2002.
| November |
| 72.3 |
| ₹1,257 |
| December | 52.7 | ₹916 |