Today’s silk cocoon price in Kolar (17 September 2026): Cross-breed (CB) average ₹715/kg (₹560–₹807) across 52 lots; Bi-voltine (BV) average ₹922/kg (₹556–₹987) across 37 lots. CB is up ₹8 from yesterday’s ₹707/kg. BV is up ₹22 from yesterday’s ₹900/kg.
The Kolar government silk cocoon market recorded active trading in both cross-breed and bi-voltine varieties today, transacting 52 CB lots (2290.34 kg) and 37 BV lots (2601.44 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.
Kolar Government Silk Cocoon Market Daily Rate Report
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Date: 17/09/2026
| Variety | Lots | Qty (kg) | Min | Max | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross-Breed (CB) – ಮಿಶ್ರತಳಿ | 52 | 2290.34 | ₹560 | ₹807 | ₹715 |
| Bi-Voltine (BV) – ದ್ವಿತಳಿ | 37 | 2601.44 | ₹556 | ₹987 | ₹922 |
Frequently Asked Questions
On 17 September 2026, cross-breed cocoons at Kolar government market averaged ₹715/kg (₹560–₹807).
A total of 52 cross-breed lots covering 2290.34 kg were traded.
BV cocoons at Kolar averaged ₹922/kg (₹556–₹987) across 37 lots on 17 September 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.
