Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹64,900 per quintal in Irikkur Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Pepper Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹65,000
- Lowest Price Today₹64,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹64,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Ungrabled)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Black Pepper rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.1% below the period average and just 3.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Black Pepper rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Irikkur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹85,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,600 |
| 4 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹68,500 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹68,400 |
| 6 Kalpetta Market APMC | ₹68,000 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹67,143 |
| 8 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹67,000 |
| 9 Kannur Market APMC | ₹66,500 |
| 10 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹66,300 |
| 11 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC | ₹65,000 |
| 12 Irikkur Market APMC | ₹64,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹20,100 (31.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Pepper matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Black Pepper prices at Irikkur Market APMC ranged between ₹6,630 and ₹67,000, with the average around ₹66,259. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹65,000 | ₹64,800 | ₹64,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹67,000 | ₹66,800 | ₹66,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹67,000 | ₹66,800 | ₹66,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹66,800 | ₹66,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹66,500 | ₹6,630 | ₹66,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹66,800 | ₹66,900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹66,800 | ₹66,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹65,900 | ₹65,700 | ₹65,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹65,900 | ₹65,700 | ₹65,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹66,000 | ₹65,800 | ₹65,900 |
| 02 Jul | ₹66,200 | ₹66,000 | ₹66,100 |
| 30 Jun | ₹66,000 | ₹65,800 | ₹65,900 |
| 28 Jun | ₹66,200 | ₹66,000 | ₹66,100 |
| 27 Jun | ₹66,000 | ₹65,800 | ₹65,900 |
| 25 Jun | ₹66,000 | ₹65,800 | ₹65,900 |
| 18 Jun | ₹66,700 | ₹66,500 | ₹66,600 |
| 17 Jun | ₹66,700 | ₹66,500 | ₹66,600 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Black Pepper yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Black Pepper traded at this rate in Irikkur Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.