Based on 26 years of data, Soyabean prices in India typically peak in May (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in October (roughly 8% below). Historically, selling around May has fetched better rates.
Best month
May
vs average +6%
Weakest month
October
vs average −8%
100 = annual average (₹3,012/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 97.8 | ₹2,946 |
| February | 99.7 | ₹3,003 |
| March | 99 | ₹2,982 |
| April | 104.1 | ₹3,135 |
| May★ Best | 106.4 | ₹3,205 |
| June | 104.1 | ₹3,135 |
| July | 105.3 | ₹3,171 |
| August | 105.7 | ₹3,184 |
| September | 98.6 | ₹2,970 |
| OctoberLowest | 91.9 | ₹2,768 |
| November | 92.6 | ₹2,789 |
| December | 94.8 | ₹2,855 |
Top 3 months to sell: May, August, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹8,361/quintal in August 2021.
