In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Perumbavoor Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Pepper, clocking the day's best rate at ₹85,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Black Pepper today.
01What Put Perumbavoor Market APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹90,000
- Lowest Price Today₹80,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹85,000
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Garbled)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Black Pepper is about 3.3% above the period average — just 10.5% 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
The table below lines up Black Pepper rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Perumbavoor Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹85,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹68,400 |
| 4 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹67,143 |
| 5 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC | ₹65,000 |
| 6 Gonikappal APMC | ₹60,000 |
| 7 Madikeri APMC | ₹43,198 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Black Pepper.
A spread of ₹41,802 (96.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Black Pepper prices at Perumbavoor Market APMC ranged between ₹70,000 and ₹95,000, with the average around ₹82,302. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹88,000 | ₹82,000 | ₹84,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹90,000 | ₹82,000 | ₹86,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹90,000 | ₹81,000 | ₹86,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹88,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹84,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹85,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹80,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹85,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹80,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹88,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹84,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹85,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹80,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹85,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹80,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹85,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹80,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹85,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹80,000 |
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
Before carting Black Pepper to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In short, Black Pepper found its strongest bid at Perumbavoor Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.