Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Black Pepper was quoted at ₹67,900 per quintal in Pulpally Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Black Pepper markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Black Pepper Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹68,000
- Lowest Price Today₹67,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹67,900
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBlack Pepper (Ungrabled)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Black Pepper is about 0.6% below the period average — just 2.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Black Pepper rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perumbavoor Market APMC Leader | ₹90,000 |
| 2 Mananthavady Market APMC | ₹68,600 |
| 3 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹67,900 |
| 4 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹63,180 |
| 5 Gonikappal APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 6 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC | ₹32,469 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹57,531 (177.2%), 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 ₹68,291. 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 | ₹68,000 | ₹67,800 | ₹67,900 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Black Pepper changed hands at this rate in Pulpally Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.