New Delhi, 26 February (NNS): Here, the prices of black pepper markara eased by Rs 15 to Rs 610 per kg owing to the sluggish buying even after the feeble prices. Before this, the prices have gone down by Rs 10 per kg. The arrivals reported to be negligible in Kochi and the prices held stable at the level of the previous day. The market sentiments may affect because of the new crop. The spot black pepper prices will likely to remain sluggish during the near future.