New Delhi, 01 September (NNS): Here, the prices of black pepper markara remained at Rs 765 per kg because of the weak offtake after the improvement in the prices. Recently, the prices have improved by Rs 05 per kg. The trading activities reported to be sluggish in Kochi after the Onam and the prices held stable at the previous level. The spot black pepper prices will likely to remain strong during the coming days.