Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹68,000 per quintal in Kannur Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kannur Market APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹69,000
- Lowest Price Today₹67,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹68,000
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Black Pepper is about 2.2% above the period average, sitting just 1.4% 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
The table below lines up Black Pepper rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kannur 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 Kannur Market APMC | ₹68,000 |
| 3 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹60,200 |
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 ₹24,800 (41.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Pepper matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Black Pepper prices at Kannur Market APMC ranged between ₹65,000 and ₹69,000, with the average around ₹66,550. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹68,500 | ₹66,500 | ₹67,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹68,500 | ₹66,500 | ₹67,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹68,500 | ₹66,500 | ₹67,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹68,000 | ₹66,500 | ₹67,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹68,000 | ₹66,000 | ₹67,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹68,000 | ₹66,000 | ₹67,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹68,500 | ₹66,500 | ₹67,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Black Pepper today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Black Pepper rate at Kannur Market APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.