The following points highlight the top eight advantages of sericulture. The advantages are: 1. High Employment Potential 2. Provides Vibrancy to Rural Economy 3. Low Gestation, High Returns 4. Women-friendly Occupation 5. Ideal Programme for the Weaker Section of the Society 6. Eco-Friendly Properties 7. Scope for Professional Training 8. Facilities for Seri-Culturists. Advantage # 1. High Employment Potential: Only [...]
In this article we will discuss about the management of egg, larvae and cocoons of silkworm. Management of Eggs of Silkmoth: The most important as well as precarious stage of sericulture is the production of healthy and disease-free eggs and it plays a vital role on which the success of the industry depends. Silkworm eggs are also called seeds and [...]
In this article we will discuss about the meaning and types of mountage used to help silkworm for spinning. Meaning of Mountage: The most important device that helps or supports the silkworms (larvae) for comfortable spinning their cocoon is called cocoonage or mountage. It determines both the quality and quantity of the cocoons. Different types of cocoonages are used in [...]