Mulberry-based sericulture relies on high-quality leaf production, which demands intensive nutrient management and careful soil stewardship. Conventional chemical fertilizers, while effective in boosting leaf biomass, often lead to nutrient losses, soil degradation, and environme...
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Research Article10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i10956
Anna Kaushik, Prety Rekha Narzary, Manasee Hazarika Ahmed, Akash Neog Thengal, Sukanya Saikia & Dhruba Jyoti Kalita·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2025
Bombyx mori, the domesticated silkworm, relies on a robust innate immune system to defend against microbial threats, and a central component of this defense is the production of antimicrobial peptides. These short, cationic molecules provide broad protection through multiple mech...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i9996
Sericulture offers a unique model for integrating economic productivity with ecological sustainability when embedded within agroforestry systems. This review examines the role of mulberry-based sericulture in enhancing soil health, supporting biodiversity, and improving resource...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2025/v15i95039
Mulberry-based sericulture, a key contributor to global silk production, sometimes uses fertilizers, fungicides, and insecticides to maintain leaf yield and quality, with practices varying across regions and management systems. These agrochemicals can persist in soil, disrupt mic...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i93749
Silkworm health is a critical factor in sustaining sericulture, yet recurring outbreaks of viral, bacterial, fungal, and protozoan pathogens continue to undermine productivity and farmer livelihoods worldwide. To address this, recent research has expanded understanding of the inn...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i91623
The sericulture industry, while technologically evolving and economically valuable, presents substantial waste management challenges across its production chain—from mulberry cultivation to post-reeling processing. The accumulation of biodegradable waste like silkworm litter, pup...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i83698
Sericulture remains a vital source of livelihood and a custodian of traditional knowledge in rural economies, particularly in Asia. However, the sector continues to grapple with persistent challenges such as climate variability, pest outbreaks, labour dependency, and inconsistent...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i82816
Mulberry sericulture serves as a vital economic backbone for rural communities across Northeast India, yet it faces significant challenges from Uzi fly (Exorista bombycis Louis) infestations, which cause substantial economic losses. Climate variability, including shifts in temper...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i82822
Silk sericin, a hydrophilic protein extracted from silkworm cocoons, is increasingly recognized as a sustainable and multifunctional biomaterial with wide-ranging applications in the biomedical and cosmetic sectors. Its inherent properties—including excellent biocompatibility, bi...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81440
Silkworms are economically and biologically significant insects widely cultivated for silk production. While genetic and nutritional research has long shaped traditional sericulture, recent advances in microbiome science have uncovered the crucial roles that gut microbial communi...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i8978
Silk retains global importance as a premium, eco-friendly fibre, with India positioned as the second-largest producer after China. This review examines India’s status within the global silk market, highlighting production and trade patterns, structural strengths, and competitiven...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81397
This review article explores the sustainable practice of producing biochar from plant residues, effectively transforming green waste into a valuable resource commonly referred to as “green gold”. It discussed mainly on the pyrolysis process of biochar production, and the impact o...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2024/v24i9864
Climate change represents a serious and growing threat to the sericulture industry in India and across the world. Silkworms being obligate ectotherms are severely sensitive to environmental changes, especially during their critical developmental stages i.e., 4th and 5th instars....
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i113279
Gynandromorphism, a captivating and enigmatic phenomenon, has garnered significant attention in the realm of Tasar silkworm research, where individuals exhibit a striking mosaic of male and female characteristics. This comprehensive review endeavors to provide an in-depth underst...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i92892
Polyamines, specifically putrescine, spermidine, and spermine—are low molecular weight aliphatic cations that play essential roles in cellular growth, DNA stabilization, protein synthesis, and stress tolerance across biological systems. In the context of sericulture, recent studi...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i91474
Silk sericin, a water-soluble globular protein traditionally discarded during silk processing, has recently emerged as a sustainable and bioactive ingredient for cosmeceutical applications. Rich in hydrophilic amino acids, it demonstrates moisturizing, antioxidant, anti-inflammat...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i92856
Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.), known as the “King of Pulses”, is a vital crop for food security, soil fertility enhancement, and nutrition in India, which contributes over 66% to global chickpea production. However, its productivity is severely threatened by the gram pod borer, H...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i92920
Sericulture is transitioning from a traditional craft to a technology-driven industry in response to climate challenges and market demands. This review highlights recent innovations integrating biotechnology, nanotechnology, and climate-smart practices to enhance silk productivit...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i73618
Sericin, a globular protein derived from the silkworm Bombyx mori, is gaining considerable attention in the cosmetic industry due to its multifunctional bioactive properties. Traditionally discarded during silk degumming, sericin has demonstrated excellent potential as an ingredi...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i82777