Based on 25 years of data, Niger Seed (Ramtil) prices in India typically peak in August (about 7% above the annual average) and bottom out in December (roughly 8% below). Historically, selling around August has fetched better rates.
Best month
August
vs average +7%
Weakest month
December
vs average −8%
100 = annual average (₹4,243/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 96.4 | ₹4,090 |
| February | 101 | ₹4,285 |
| March | 100.7 | ₹4,272 |
| April | 97.7 | ₹4,145 |
| May | 101.5 | ₹4,306 |
| June | 100.8 | ₹4,277 |
| July | 105.5 | ₹4,476 |
| August★ Best | 106.9 | ₹4,536 |
| September | 98.3 | ₹4,171 |
| October | 97.9 | ₹4,154 |
| November | 101.2 | ₹4,294 |
| DecemberLowest | 92.2 | ₹3,912 |
Top 3 months to sell: August, July, May. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹11,475/quintal in August 2026.
