Based on 3 years of data, poppy seeds prices in India typically peak in July (about 26% above the annual average) and bottom out in September (roughly 53% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +26%
Weakest month
September
vs average −53%
100 = annual average (₹1,00,143/quintal) · averaged over 3 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 102 | ₹1,02,146 |
| February | 99.9 | ₹1,00,043 |
| March | 106 | ₹1,06,152 |
| April | 107.9 | ₹1,08,054 |
| May | 80 | ₹80,115 |
| June | 120.4 | ₹1,20,572 |
| July★ Best | 125.8 | ₹1,25,980 |
| August | 118.8 | ₹1,18,970 |
| SeptemberLowest | 47.5 | ₹47,568 |
| October | 81.4 | ₹81,517 |
| November | 94.8 | ₹94,936 |
| December | 115.5 | ₹1,15,665 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, June, August. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹1,39,102/quintal in December 2025.
