Today’s silk cocoon price in Sidlaghatta (2 September 2026): Cross-breed (CB) average ₹818/kg (₹500–₹910) across 334 lots; Bi-voltine (BV) average ₹985/kg (₹689–₹1040) across 7 lots. CB is up ₹45 from yesterday’s ₹773/kg. BV is up ₹29 from yesterday’s ₹956/kg.
The Sidlaghatta government silk cocoon market recorded active trading in both cross-breed and bi-voltine varieties today, transacting 334 CB lots (17108 kg) and 7 BV lots (310 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.
Sidlaghatta Government Silk Cocoon Market Daily Rate Report
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Date: 02/09/2026
| Variety | Lots | Qty (kg) | Min | Max | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross-Breed (CB) – ಮಿಶ್ರತಳಿ | 334 | 17108 | ₹500 | ₹910 | ₹818 |
| Bi-Voltine (BV) – ದ್ವಿತಳಿ | 7 | 310 | ₹689 | ₹1040 | ₹985 |
Frequently Asked Questions
On 2 September 2026, cross-breed cocoons at Sidlaghatta government market averaged ₹818/kg (₹500–₹910).
A total of 334 cross-breed lots covering 17108 kg were traded.
BV cocoons at Sidlaghatta averaged ₹985/kg (₹689–₹1040) across 7 lots on 2 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.
