Reading today's price tape for 31 Oct 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹71,000 per quintal in Kumta APMC. This is one of several Black Pepper rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹71,000
- Lowest Price Today₹71,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹71,000
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Black Pepper is about 7.0% above the period average — right at 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
This table ranks Black Pepper rates across active mandis for 31 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹77,500 |
| 2 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC | ₹73,000 |
| 3 Puttur APMC | ₹72,000 |
| 4 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹72,000 |
| 5 Mudigere APMC | ₹71,092 |
| 6 Kumta APMC | ₹71,000 |
| 7 Kannur Market APMC | ₹68,000 |
| 8 Irikkur Market APMC | ₹64,600 |
| 9 Sulya APMC | ₹64,000 |
| 10 Gonikappal APMC | ₹45,000 |
| 11 Madikeri APMC | ₹35,500 |
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 ₹42,000 (118.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Pepper matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Black Pepper prices at Kumta APMC ranged between ₹62,219 and ₹71,000, with the average around ₹66,367. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹71,000 | ₹71,000 | ₹71,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹67,310 | ₹67,210 | ₹67,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹65,000 | ₹65,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹65,612 | ₹65,312 | ₹65,430 |
| 16 Jul | ₹65,119 | ₹65,119 | ₹65,119 |
| 09 Jul | ₹65,010 | ₹62,219 | ₹64,350 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kumta APMC logged this Black Pepper rate on 31 Oct 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.