Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Aug 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹68,000 per quintal in Kalpetta Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Pepper Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹69,000
- Lowest Price Today₹67,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹68,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Ungrabled)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Black Pepper rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Black Pepper is about 0.5% below the period average, sitting just 2.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Black Pepper rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 | ₹70,600 |
| 5 Koppa APMC | ₹69,633 |
| 6 Somvarpet APMC | ₹68,790 |
| 7 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,200 |
| 8 Kalpetta Market APMC | ₹68,000 |
| 9 Kannur Market APMC | ₹66,500 |
| 10 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹66,000 |
| 11 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹66,000 |
| 12 Siddapur APMC | ₹65,899 |
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.
A spread of ₹22,101 (33.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Black Pepper prices at Kalpetta Market APMC ranged between ₹67,000 and ₹70,000, with the average around ₹68,342. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹68,000 | ₹69,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹69,000 | ₹67,000 | ₹68,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹69,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹68,500 |
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
The day's best Black Pepper rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Black Pepper stood at Kalpetta Market APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.