The record
Written from the 1 report below. Nothing here is unsourced.
- Silk cocoon prices in Kolar have surged to between 900 and 1,000 rupees per kilogram.
- Production has significantly declined because of unfavorable weather conditions and decreased quality of mulberry crops.
- Demand at the local market currently exceeds the daily supply, creating a notable scarcity.
- This price increase provides a significant financial boost to local farmers who were previously considering leaving the industry.
What to watch next
- Monitor the impact of weather conditions on future mulberry crop quality.
- Track silk cocoon production volumes in Kolar to see if supply stabilizes.
Coverage1
1 report
Indian-language1
All filed from India
Named India · Kolar · Srinivas
The 1 report is listed beside the record.
Ask this story
Answers cite the reports above, or say they can't.