Sericulture Manual: A Complete Guide for Farmers, Students and Researchers
Author Details: Ms. Avleen Kour
ISBN: 978-93-48565-36-5
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E-book Individual Original Price:
INR: 450.00
USD: 35
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INR: 270
USD: 21
About Book
Sericulture Manual: A Complete Guide for Farmers, Students and Researchers serves as a definitive roadmap for the silk industry, bridging the gap between traditional farming practices and modern biotechnological advancements. As a publication, it is designed to be a “cradle-to-fabric” resource, ensuring that every stakeholder in the value chain— from a student studying entomology to a farmer tending to mulberry trees—has access to validated, technical data. Key Subject Areas Moriculture: The cultivation of mulberry plants, soil health, and irrigation techniques. Silkworm Biology: Detailed life cycles of Bombyx mori (Mulberry) and non-mulberry varieties like Eri, Muga, and Tasar. Pathology: Identification and management of diseases (Pebrine, Flacherie) and pests. Grainage Technology: The science of silk egg production. Post-Cocoon Technology: Silk reeling, spinning, and processing into yarn.