Based on 26 years of data, Mustard prices in India typically peak in July (about 3% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 7% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +3%
Weakest month
March
vs average −7%
100 = annual average (₹3,438/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101.2 | ₹3,479 |
| February | 97.3 | ₹3,345 |
| MarchLowest | 93.4 | ₹3,211 |
| April | 95.2 | ₹3,273 |
| May | 101.1 | ₹3,476 |
| June | 99.3 | ₹3,414 |
| July★ Best | 103.1 | ₹3,545 |
| August | 101.2 | ₹3,479 |
| September | 101 | ₹3,472 |
| October | 101.2 | ₹3,479 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, November, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,323/quintal in November 2021.
| November |
| 103 |
| ₹3,541 |
| December | 102.9 | ₹3,538 |
