Today’s silk cocoon price in Athani (3 September 2026): Bi-voltine (BV) average ₹866/kg, ranging from ₹840 to ₹890 per kg across 4 lots.
The Athani government silk cocoon market transacted 4 lots covering 366 kg of bi-voltine cocoons today. Bi-voltine cocoons command a premium over cross-breed due to their superior thread quality and demand from export-grade silk reelers.
Athani Government Silk Cocoon Market Daily Rate Report
ಅಥಣಿ ರೇಷ್ಮೆ ಗೂಡು ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆ ಧಾರಣೆ
Date: 03/09/2026
| Variety | Lots | Qty (kg) | Min | Max | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bi-Voltine (BV) – ದ್ವಿತಳಿ | 4 | 366 | ₹840 | ₹890 | ₹866 |

Frequently Asked Questions
On 3 September 2026, bi-voltine cocoons at Athani government market averaged ₹866/kg (₹840–₹890).
A total of 4 bi-voltine lots covering 366 kg were traded.
BV cocoons have longer, finer, more uniform filament and higher renditta, making them preferred for export-grade raw silk — so they consistently fetch a price premium over CB cocoons.
Also Read – Today’s Other Market Rates
- Sidlaghatta Silk Cocoon Market – 3 September 2026
- Vijayapura Silk Cocoon Market – 3 September 2026
- Chintamani Silk Cocoon Market – 3 September 2026
- All Silk Cocoon Market daily rates
Karnataka’s sericulture sector provides daily price discovery for farmers through government-regulated cocoon markets operated under the Department of Sericulture, Government of Karnataka. National silk production and price statistics are published by the Central Silk Board. Rates above are reported as-is from official market records and updated each market day.

