Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹65,000 per quintal in Puttur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Black Pepper markets.
01What Put Puttur APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹68,000
- Lowest Price Today₹38,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹65,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Black Pepper)
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 7.8% above the period average and just 5.1% 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
Here's how Black Pepper rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 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 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.
The ₹35,200 (64.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Black Pepper prices at Puttur APMC ranged between ₹38,000 and ₹68,500, with the average around ₹60,269. 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 | ₹68,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹63,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹67,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹68,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹67,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹68,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹49,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹38,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹38,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹38,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹52,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹66,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Black Pepper, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Puttur APMC posted this Black Pepper rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.