Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Mananthavady Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Black Pepper, clocking the day's best rate at ₹69,200 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Black Pepper, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Pepper Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹69,200
- Lowest Price Today₹69,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹69,200
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Ungrabled)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Black Pepper is about 0.8% above the period average, sitting just 1.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Black Pepper prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹68,000 and ₹70,000, with the average around ₹68,623. 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 Oct | ₹69,200 | ₹69,000 | ₹69,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹69,200 | ₹69,100 | ₹69,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹70,000 | ₹70,000 | ₹70,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹69,500 | ₹69,000 | ₹69,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹69,000 | ₹69,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹69,500 | ₹69,500 | ₹69,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹69,000 | ₹68,900 | ₹69,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹68,800 | ₹68,600 | ₹68,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹68,700 | ₹68,600 | ₹68,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,600 | ₹68,700 |
| 28 Aug | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹69,000 | ₹69,000 | ₹69,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹68,400 | ₹68,200 | ₹68,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹68,200 | ₹68,000 | ₹68,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹68,400 | ₹68,200 | ₹68,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹68,700 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,500 | ₹68,600 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Black Pepper yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mananthavady Market APMC led Black Pepper on 17 Oct 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.