New Delhi, 01 July (NNS): Here, the prices of black pepper markara improved by Rs 5 to Rs 705 per kg owing to the improved offtake even after the feeble prices. Recently, the prices have gone up in the same ratio. The arrivals held stable at the same level of the previous day in Kochi, but the prices reported to be increase by Rs 10 per kg. The market sentiments may affect because of the weak rainfall in Kerela. The spot black pepper prices will likely to remain strong during the near future.