Based on 25 years of data, Safflower prices in India typically peak in January (about 3% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 5% below). Historically, selling around January has fetched better rates.
Best month
January
vs average +3%
Weakest month
March
vs average −5%
100 = annual average (₹3,030/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January★ Best | 103.4 | ₹3,133 |
| February | 96.3 | ₹2,918 |
| MarchLowest | 94.6 | ₹2,866 |
| April | 97 | ₹2,939 |
| May | 97.5 | ₹2,954 |
| June | 100.4 | ₹3,042 |
| July | 101.7 | ₹3,081 |
| August | 102.5 | ₹3,105 |
| September | 101.4 | ₹3,072 |
| October | 101.9 | ₹3,087 |
| November | 100.7 | ₹3,051 |
| December | 102.6 | ₹3,108 |
Top 3 months to sell: January, December, August. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹7,916/quintal in August 2025.
