Description
Sericulture, the art and science of silkworm cultivation for silk production, has evolved over centuries into a highly specialized and sustainable industry. This book, “Advances in Sericulture (Volume 1)” explores recent breakthroughs, emerging technologies and innovative practices that are transforming sericulture into a more efficient and eco-friendly industry. Covering advancements in grainage, breeding, genetic engineering and biomedical applications, this compilation serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners and students alike. The objective of this volume is to present cutting-edge research and practical insights that reflect the ongoing transformation of sericulture. Contributions from research scholars specialized in different area of sericulture highlights the integration of genetic engineering, advancements in mulberry cultivation, integration with agroforestry systems, product development and novel silk automation methods all of which are aimed at improving productivity and quality. Furthermore, the book addresses the challenges faced by sericulture such as climate change, labour shortage, marketing and the need for eco-friendly solutions. The contributions in this volume reflect a global effort to enhance productivity, improve silk quality and promote environmental sustainability. As silk continues to play a vital role in the textile industry and beyond, we hope this book will inspire further research and collaboration across disciplines. We extend our gratitude to the all authors and contributors for their work and to the readers for their interest in the future of sericulture.