Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Damoh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Buttery, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,110 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Buttery.
01What Put Damoh APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,135
- Lowest Price Today₹3,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,110
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityButtery (Buttery)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.6% above the period average and just 3.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Buttery rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Damoh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Damoh APMC Leader | ₹4,110 |
| 2 Bina APMC | ₹4,011 |
| 3 Sagar APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 4 Kareli APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹3,315 |
| 6 Dindori APMC | ₹3,050 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹1,060 (34.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Buttery prices at Damoh APMC ranged between ₹1,510 and ₹4,275, with the average around ₹3,967. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,135 | ₹3,350 | ₹4,110 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,165 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,120 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,120 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,215 | ₹3,090 | ₹4,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,105 | ₹1,510 | ₹4,105 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,145 | ₹1,830 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,185 | ₹2,550 | ₹4,105 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,145 | ₹3,110 | ₹4,140 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,215 | ₹2,890 | ₹4,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,930 | ₹3,370 | ₹3,930 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,165 | ₹1,600 | ₹4,160 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,205 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,880 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,155 | ₹2,900 | ₹4,155 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,175 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,165 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,170 | ₹2,420 | ₹4,150 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,225 | ₹3,750 | ₹4,205 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,275 | ₹3,140 | ₹4,255 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,250 | ₹3,010 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,275 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,030 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,275 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,215 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Going to the top Buttery market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Damoh APMC set the pace for Buttery. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.