Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Perumbavoor Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Pepper, clocking the day's best rate at ₹90,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Black Pepper Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹95,000
- Lowest Price Today₹85,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹90,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date16 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 7.0% above the period average and just 5.3% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹90,000 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹77,500 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 4 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹71,600 |
| 5 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹69,200 |
| 6 Kannur Market APMC | ₹68,000 |
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 ₹22,000 (32.4%) 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 ₹84,079. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹95,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹90,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Perumbavoor Market APMC set the pace for Black Pepper. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.