Based on 24 years of data, Mint(Pudina) prices in India typically peak in August (about 18% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 21% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +18%
Weakest month
March
vs average −21%
100 = annual average (₹2,169/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 100 | ₹2,169 |
| February | 85.7 | ₹1,858 |
| MarchLowest | 79.2 | ₹1,718 |
| April | 79.8 | ₹1,731 |
| May | 85.7 | ₹1,858 |
| June | 89.9 | ₹1,950 |
| July | 106.9 | ₹2,318 |
| August★ Best | 118.3 | ₹2,565 |
| September | 116.4 | ₹2,524 |
| October | 115.2 | ₹2,498 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, September, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹5,076/quintal in July 2026.
| November |
| 113.5 |
| ₹2,461 |
| December | 109.2 | ₹2,368 |
