Turning to the 23 Aug 2026 APMC board, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹68,400 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Black Pepper markets in the table that follows.
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₹68,400
- Lowest Price Today₹68,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹68,400
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Ungrabled)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Black Pepper rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Black Pepper about 0.1% below the period average, and just 0.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Black Pepper rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹90,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,400 |
| 4 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹67,900 |
| 5 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹67,000 |
| 6 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹66,000 |
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 ₹24,000 (36.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Pepper matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Black Pepper prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹68,000 and ₹69,000, with the average around ₹68,485. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹68,400 | ₹68,200 | ₹68,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹68,200 | ₹68,000 | ₹68,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹68,400 | ₹68,200 | ₹68,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹69,000 | ₹68,800 | ₹69,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Black Pepper was priced at this level in Mananthavady Market APMC on 23 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.