With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹68,600 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Mananthavady Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹68,600
- Lowest Price Today₹68,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹68,600
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Ungrabled)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 0.1% above the period average and just 0.6% 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
The table below lines up Black Pepper rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mananthavady 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 | ₹90,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹72,500 |
| 4 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,600 |
| 5 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹67,900 |
| 6 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹67,000 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹63,180 |
| 8 Madikeri APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 9 Gonikappal APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 10 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC | ₹32,469 |
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.
The ₹57,531 (177.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Black Pepper prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹68,000 and ₹69,000, with the average around ₹68,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹69,000 | ₹68,800 | ₹69,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹68,500 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,400 | ₹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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Black Pepper traded at this rate in Mananthavady Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.