Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹54,800 per quintal in Bantwala APMC. See where this sits in the day's Black Pepper range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Black Pepper Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹67,500
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹54,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Black Pepper)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Black Pepper is about 11.9% above the period average, sitting just 20.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Black Pepper rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹90,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹72,500 |
| 4 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,600 |
| 5 Siddapur APMC | ₹68,219 |
| 6 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹67,900 |
| 7 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹67,000 |
| 8 Kannur Market APMC | ₹66,500 |
| 9 Puttur APMC | ₹65,000 |
| 10 Yellapur APMC | ₹63,811 |
| 11 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹63,180 |
| 12 Bantwala APMC | ₹54,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Pepper.
A spread of ₹35,200 (64.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Black Pepper prices at Bantwala APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹69,000, with the average around ₹48,977. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹67,500 | ₹40,000 | ₹54,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹46,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹54,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹67,800 | ₹40,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹40,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹68,800 | ₹40,000 | ₹53,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹40,000 | ₹51,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹68,700 | ₹40,000 | ₹51,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹35,200 | ₹51,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹39,500 | ₹51,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹36,500 | ₹50,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Farmers comparing Black Pepper rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Black Pepper stood at Bantwala APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.