Today’s silk cocoon price in Sidlaghatta (7 September 2026): Cross-breed (CB) average ₹747/kg (₹370–₹838) across 508 lots; Bi-voltine (BV) average ₹860/kg (₹366–₹1000) across 35 lots. CB is down ₹23 from yesterday’s ₹770/kg. BV is down ₹53 from yesterday’s ₹913/kg.
The Sidlaghatta government silk cocoon market recorded active trading in both cross-breed and bi-voltine varieties today, transacting 508 CB lots (26069 kg) and 35 BV lots (1973 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: 07/09/2026
| Variety | Lots | Qty (kg) | Min | Max | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross-Breed (CB) – ಮಿಶ್ರತಳಿ | 508 | 26069 | ₹370 | ₹838 | ₹747 |
| Bi-Voltine (BV) – ದ್ವಿತಳಿ | 35 | 1973 | ₹366 | ₹1000 | ₹860 |
Frequently Asked Questions
On 7 September 2026, cross-breed cocoons at Sidlaghatta government market averaged ₹747/kg (₹370–₹838).
A total of 508 cross-breed lots covering 26069 kg were traded.
BV cocoons at Sidlaghatta averaged ₹860/kg (₹366–₹1000) across 35 lots on 7 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.
