In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Aug 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹60,200 per quintal in Kasargod Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Pepper Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹60,500
- Lowest Price Today₹60,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹60,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Malabar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Black Pepper is about 0.2% above the period average, sitting just 1.3% 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 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kasargod 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 | ₹90,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Sultan bathery Market APMC | ₹68,500 |
| 4 Kalpetta Market APMC | ₹68,000 |
| 5 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹67,900 |
| 6 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹67,000 |
| 7 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹66,300 |
| 8 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹66,000 |
| 9 Siddapur APMC | ₹65,689 |
| 10 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹64,000 |
| 11 Yellapur APMC | ₹62,005 |
| 12 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹60,941 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹29,059 (47.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Pepper matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Black Pepper prices at Kasargod Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹61,000, with the average around ₹60,060. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹61,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹61,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹61,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹60,500 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹61,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Black Pepper, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Black Pepper stood at Kasargod Market APMC on 14 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.