Based on 25 years of data, Sugarcane prices in India typically peak in November (about 164% above the annual average) and bottom out in March (roughly 55% below). Historically, selling around November has fetched better rates.
Best month
November
vs average +164%
Weakest month
March
vs average −55%
100 = annual average (₹827/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 101 | ₹836 |
| February | 46.7 | ₹386 |
| MarchLowest | 45.2 | ₹374 |
| April | 84.6 | ₹700 |
| May | 61 | ₹505 |
| June | 78.3 | ₹648 |
| July | 110.1 | ₹911 |
| August | 92.5 | ₹765 |
| September | 103.1 | ₹853 |
| October | 82 | ₹678 |
| November★ Best | 264.1 | ₹2,185 |
| December | 131.4 | ₹1,087 |
Top 3 months to sell: November, December, July. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹33,000/quintal in November 2010.
