Today’s silk cocoon price in Kanakapura (05 November 2026): Cross-breed (CB) average ₹709/kg (₹558–₹771) across 199 lots; Bi-voltine (BV) average ₹787/kg (₹677–₹842) across 8 lots. CB is down ₹8 from yesterday’s ₹717/kg. BV is down ₹16 from yesterday’s ₹803/kg.
The Kanakapura government silk cocoon market recorded active trading in both cross-breed and bi-voltine varieties today, transacting 199 CB lots (8858 kg) and 8 BV lots (290 kg). Bi-voltine cocoons continue to command a premium over cross-breed due to their superior thread quality and demand from export-grade silk reelers.
Kanakapura Government Silk Cocoon Market Daily Rate Report
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Date: 05/11/2026
| Variety | Lots | Qty (kg) | Min | Max | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross-Breed (CB) – ಮಿಶ್ರತಳಿ | 199 | 8858 | ₹558 | ₹771 | ₹709 |
| Bi-Voltine (BV) – ದ್ವಿತಳಿ | 8 | 290 | ₹677 | ₹842 | ₹787 |
Frequently Asked Questions
On 05 November 2026, cross-breed cocoons at Kanakapura government market averaged ₹709/kg (₹558–₹771).
A total of 199 cross-breed lots covering 8858 kg were traded.
BV cocoons at Kanakapura averaged ₹787/kg (₹677–₹842) across 8 lots on 05 November 2026.
Also Read – Today’s Other Market 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.
