Based on 3 years of data, poppy seeds prices in India typically peak in July (about 24% above the annual average) and bottom out in September (roughly 30% below). Historically, selling around July has fetched better rates.
Best month
July
vs average +24%
Weakest month
September
vs average −30%
100 = annual average (₹1,01,548/quintal) · averaged over 3 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 100.6 | ₹1,02,157 |
| February | 97.3 | ₹98,806 |
| March | 104.4 | ₹1,06,016 |
| April | 106.2 | ₹1,07,844 |
| May | 78.9 | ₹80,121 |
| June | 118.7 | ₹1,20,537 |
| July★ Best | 124 | ₹1,25,919 |
| August | 112.5 | ₹1,14,241 |
| SeptemberLowest | 69.7 | ₹70,779 |
| October | 80.3 | ₹81,543 |
| November | 93.5 | ₹94,947 |
| December | 113.9 | ₹1,15,663 |
Top 3 months to sell: July, June, December. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹1,39,102/quintal in December 2025.
