Based on 24 years of data, Surat Beans (Papadi) prices in India typically peak in October (about 94% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 50% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +94%
Weakest month
February
vs average −50%
100 = annual average (₹3,809/quintal) · averaged over 24 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 60 | ₹2,285 |
| FebruaryLowest | 50.1 | ₹1,908 |
| March | 64.4 | ₹2,453 |
| April | 88.4 | ₹3,367 |
| May | 122.7 | ₹4,674 |
| June | 125.1 | ₹4,765 |
| July | 99.2 | ₹3,779 |
| August | 85.6 | ₹3,261 |
| September | 131.3 | ₹5,001 |
| October★ Best | 194 | ₹7,390 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, September, June. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹55,000/quintal in October 2004.
| November |
| 110.5 |
| ₹4,209 |
| December | 68.7 | ₹2,617 |
