Based on 24 years of data, Mint(Pudina) prices in India typically peak in August (about 20% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 22% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +20%
Weakest month
March
vs average −22%
100 = annual average (₹2,206/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 99.1 | ₹2,186 |
| February | 84 | ₹1,853 |
| MarchLowest | 78.2 | ₹1,725 |
| April | 78.3 | ₹1,727 |
| May | 83.9 | ₹1,851 |
| June | 85.9 | ₹1,895 |
| July | 104.6 | ₹2,307 |
| August★ Best | 120 | ₹2,647 |
| September | 119.8 | ₹2,643 |
| October | 119.2 | ₹2,630 |
| November | 119.6 | ₹2,638 |
| December | 107.4 | ₹2,369 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, September, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹5,895/quintal in November 2026.
