Based on 24 years of data, Mint(Pudina) prices in India typically peak in August (about 21% 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 +21%
Weakest month
March
vs average −22%
100 = annual average (₹2,187/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 99.4 | ₹2,174 |
| February | 84.3 | ₹1,844 |
| MarchLowest | 78.1 | ₹1,708 |
| April | 78.7 | ₹1,721 |
| May | 84.9 | ₹1,857 |
| June | 89.2 | ₹1,951 |
| July | 106 | ₹2,318 |
| August★ Best | 121 | ₹2,646 |
| September | 120.7 | ₹2,640 |
| October | 115.8 | ₹2,532 |
| November | 113.8 | ₹2,489 |
| December | 108.1 | ₹2,364 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, September, October. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹5,058/quintal in July 2026.
