Based on 26 years of data, Sesamum(Sesame,Gingelly,Til) prices in India typically peak in February (about 5% above the annual average) and bottom out in August (roughly 4% below). Historically, selling around February has fetched better rates.
Best month
February
vs average +5%
Weakest month
August
vs average −4%
100 = annual average (₹6,778/quintal) · averaged over 26 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 103.5 | ₹7,016 |
| February★ Best | 105.1 | ₹7,124 |
| March | 96.9 | ₹6,568 |
| April | 100.3 | ₹6,799 |
| May | 96.7 | ₹6,555 |
| June | 97.7 | ₹6,622 |
| July | 97.9 | ₹6,636 |
| AugustLowest | 95.8 | ₹6,494 |
| September | 96.7 | ₹6,555 |
| October | 99.4 | ₹6,738 |
Top 3 months to sell: February, December, November. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹14,677/quintal in August 2023.
| November |
| 105 |
| ₹7,117 |
| December | 105.1 | ₹7,124 |
