Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹55,000 per quintal in Sulya APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Black Pepper Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹68,000
- Lowest Price Today₹35,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹55,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Right now Black Pepper is about 6.0% above the period average — just 19.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Black Pepper rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹88,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹72,500 |
| 4 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹68,700 |
| 5 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC | ₹68,500 |
| 6 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,300 |
| 7 Kalpetta Market APMC | ₹68,000 |
| 8 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹67,000 |
| 9 Sirsi APMC | ₹66,881 |
| 10 Kannur Market APMC | ₹66,500 |
| 11 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹66,300 |
| 12 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹66,000 |
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.
The ₹22,000 (33.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Black Pepper prices at Sulya APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹68,500, with the average around ₹51,875. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹68,500 | ₹35,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹68,500 | ₹35,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹51,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹68,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹68,400 | ₹33,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹67,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹50,000 |
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
The headline Black Pepper rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sulya APMC logged this Black Pepper rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.