In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Kattappana Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Pepper, clocking the day's best rate at ₹68,400 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Kattappana Market APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹68,400
- Lowest Price Today₹68,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹68,400
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Ungrabled)
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Black Pepper prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹68,400 and ₹68,400, with the average around ₹68,400. 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 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹68,400 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹68,400 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Black Pepper, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 sum up, Kattappana Market APMC led Black Pepper on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.