Puttur, August 8, 2026: Black pepper prices at the CAMPCO Puttur branch showed a small upward movement during the week from August 3 to 7, 2026. While the minimum rate remained unchanged, the maximum price increased by ₹5 per kg.
| Black Pepper / Karimeṇasu | Aug 3 | Aug 4 | Aug 5 | Aug 6 | Aug 7 | Weekly Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Pepper / Karimeṇasu | ₹450–680 | ₹450–680 | ₹450–680 | ₹450–685 | ₹450–685 | ↑ Up ₹5 |
For the first three days, black pepper was quoted at ₹450–680 per kg. The maximum rate then increased to ₹685 per kg on August 6 and remained at that level on August 7.
The minimum rate, however, stayed unchanged at ₹450 per kg throughout the week.
This means the weekly movement was limited to the upper end of the price range, rather than a broad rise across the market.
What does this mean for farmers?
The ₹5 increase in the maximum quoted rate is a positive signal, but a modest one. It does not yet indicate a strong upward trend in black pepper prices.
For farmers holding good-quality pepper, the increase in the maximum rate may offer some support when negotiating the sale price. However, the actual price received can vary considerably within the quoted range.
CAMPCO notes that black pepper prices are influenced by moisture content and litre weight. Therefore, farmers should pay attention to the quality and physical characteristics of their pepper before comparing their produce with the top quoted rate.
Farmer price watch
Minimum rate: ₹450/kg — unchanged
Maximum rate: ₹680 → ₹685/kg
Weekly change in maximum: +₹5/kg
Trend: Mild upward movement
For farmers, the key point is that black pepper was more stable than sharply rising this week. The next few days will be important to determine whether the ₹685 maximum holds or moves further upward.
Source: CAMPCO Puttur branch daily rate statements, August 3–7, 2026. Rates are per kg. CAMPCO states that black pepper rates vary according to moisture and litre weight.
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