In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹35,200 per quintal in Gonikappal APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Black Pepper yards.
01What Put Gonikappal APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹54,000
- Lowest Price Today₹35,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹35,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Black Pepper)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Black Pepper about 16.1% below the period average, and just 50.8% 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 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
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 ₹22,000 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Pepper matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Black Pepper prices at Gonikappal APMC ranged between ₹35,000 and ₹71,500, with the average around ₹41,972. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹54,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹69,701 | ₹35,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹69,500 | ₹35,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹69,458 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹69,934 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹69,300 | ₹69,000 | ₹69,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹69,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹69,800 | ₹35,000 | ₹69,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹37,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹71,500 | ₹36,000 | ₹38,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹69,000 | ₹35,006 | ₹45,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹49,500 | ₹35,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹70,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹36,098 |
| 16 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 |
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
For Black Pepper, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gonikappal APMC reported Black Pepper at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.