Pepper prices in the Vietnamese market remained steady on July 20, 2020, with prices ranging from 46,500 to 49,500 VND per kg across different provinces. Meanwhile, in Kochi, India, pepper prices increased by 1 rupee to 304 USD per kg on July 17, driven by increased demand for the spice during upcoming festivals and from home-shopping businesses. However, farmers face challenges in marketing pepper husks and chopped pepper due to high demand from small and medium masala producers, leading to increased processing costs and a imbalance between whole and peeled pepper. Additionally, the humidity during the monsoon season poses marketing difficulties and farmers with small quantities are advised to store products appropriately to protect from insects and maintain product quality.