With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹68,500 per quintal in Pulpally Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Pulpally Market APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹68,600
- Lowest Price Today₹68,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹68,500
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date17 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.
This puts Black Pepper about 0.3% above the period average, and just 1.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Black Pepper rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹85,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹75,000 |
| 3 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,600 |
| 4 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹68,500 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹68,400 |
| 6 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹67,143 |
| 7 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC | ₹65,000 |
| 8 Sagar APMC | ₹63,515 |
| 9 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹60,200 |
| 10 Gonikappal APMC | ₹60,000 |
| 11 Madikeri APMC | ₹43,198 |
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.
At ₹41,802 (96.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Black Pepper matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Black Pepper prices at Pulpally Market APMC ranged between ₹67,200 and ₹69,400, with the average around ₹68,300. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹68,600 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹67,400 | ₹67,200 | ₹67,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹68,800 | ₹68,600 | ₹68,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹68,800 | ₹68,600 | ₹68,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹67,800 | ₹67,600 | ₹67,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹67,700 | ₹67,500 | ₹67,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹67,600 | ₹67,400 | ₹67,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹68,800 | ₹68,600 | ₹68,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹68,600 | ₹68,400 | ₹68,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹67,600 | ₹67,400 | ₹67,500 |
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
In a nutshell, Black Pepper was priced at this level in Pulpally Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.