Mulberry (Morus spp.) is an economically vital perennial plant in sericulture, cultivated primarily for its foliage which serves as the exclusive food for the silkworm (Bombyx mori L.). Understanding floral morphology and reproductive biology is critical for the development of ef...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i83695
Mulberry (Morus spp.) fruits are a rich source of polyphenolic compounds, including anthocyanins, flavonoids and phenolic acids, which contribute to a broad spectrum of biological activities. These naturally occurring phytochemicals exhibit potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory,...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i82821
Silkworms (Bombyx mori L.), historically valued for silk production, are now gaining recognition as a source of diverse bioactive compounds with significant medicinal applications. This review synthesizes current knowledge on the pharmacological and therapeutic potential of silkw...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i83395
Information regarding the nature of gene action controlling the yield and its related traits is crucial for designing an effective breeding strategy. With this aim, a study was carried out to assess the genetic control and variation among lines and testers for seedling attributes...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81395
An investigation was conducted to assess combining ability for seedling growth parameters in mulberry, using six females and four males crossed in the line × tester mating design at the Department of Sericulture, University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS), Gandhi Krishi Vigyan Ken...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i32100
Deoxynojirimycin (DNJ) is a naturally occurring iminosugar primarily found in mulberry (Morus spp.) leaves and is known for its potent α-glucosidase inhibitory activity. Due to this property, DNJ plays a significant role in regulating blood glucose levels, making it a promising n...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i82706
Mulberry (Morus spp.), a multipurpose medicinal plant, exhibits a wide array of pharmacological activities across its various parts—leaves, fruits, twigs and roots—making it a promising candidate for functional foods and therapeutic applications. Rich in bioactive compounds such...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81396
Mulberry leaves exhibit potent antioxidant activity, making them an attractive base for functional beverages. The use of a combination of antioxidants has been shown to increase antioxidant activity compared to when used separately. In this study, a ready‑to‑drink flavour blended...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i83354
Sericulture is an agro-industrial endeavour that aims to produce silk thread and textile goods from the cocoons of the silkworm, Bombyx mori L. Silk primarily consists of two proteins, fibroin and sericin, which represent 75 and 25 percent, respectively. These proteins have wides...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92309
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is one of the most important cruciferous vegetables globally, valued for its nutritional richness and economic significance. However, production suffers heavy losses due to a diverse complex of insect pests, notably diamondback moth (Plut...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i91482
Mulberry is an economically important crop in sericulture industry, as it provides the only food source for the silkworm (Bombyx mori L.). Despite its importance, traditional methods of propagation like stem cuttings and grafting have several limitations including low success rat...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i82284
The study was conducted to evaluate the reeling and raw silk quality characteristics of new bivoltine double hybrids of Bombyx mori L. tolerant to high temperature and muscardine disease. Three double hybrids (B1 × B2) × FC1, (B1 × B4) × FC1 and FC2 × (B6 × B8) along with the con...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i82689
This study aimed to develop and evaluate mulberry herbal tea with various flavours to enhance its sensory appeal and health benefits. Fresh V1 variety mulberry leaves were shade-dried, powdered, and used as the base for developing herbal teas enriched with natural flavoring agent...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i71784
A study was conducted at the Department of Sericulture, UAS, GKVK, Bengaluru during 2023-24 to evaluate the stability of elite mulberry genotypes across three different seasons. Stability parameters were analyzed to assess the adaptability of these genotypes. A promising and stab...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2025/v15i74942
Spider silk has emerged as one of the most remarkable natural protein fibres with exceptional mechanical and biological properties positioning it as a highly promising biomaterial in biomedical and tissue engineering. Its unique combination of high tensile strength, elasticity, t...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81460
An investigation was undertaken to study the mean performance of elite mulberry genotypes across different seasons at Department of Sericulture, UAS, GKVK, Bengaluru during 2023-24. Stability parameters were estimated and considered for testing the stability of the mulberry genot...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i11907
Sericulture, the cultivation of silkworms for silk production, is a labour-intensive agro-based industry with immense potential for rural development and women empowerment in India. The country ranks second globally in silk production, with sericulture practiced across more than...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i93728
Silkworm litter, a by-product of sericulture comprising larval excreta, uneaten mulberry leaves, and rearing bed residues, represents a nutrient-rich organic resource with significant potential in the framework of a circular economy. Its diverse applications include use as organi...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i92866
Mulberry (Morus spp.) is a key perennial crop cultivated primarily for its leaves, which serve as the sole food for silkworms. The productivity of mulberry varies widely across different agro-climatic environments due to Genotype x Environment (G x E) interactions, posing a chall...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81417
The study on contribution and constraints of women in sericulture was conducted across selected villages of Tumakuru and Chikkaballapura districts in Karnataka. A total of 30 women engaged in various field-level sericulture activities were surveyed. Garrett’s Ranking Technique wa...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i83367
The silkworm, Bombyx mori L., is a holometabolous insect of immense economic importance in sericulture. Its growth and development are closely regulated by hormonal control, particularly by the Juvenile Hormone (JH), which plays a key role in maintaining larval status and regulat...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i83644
Mulberry is the sole food for silkworm, due to evergreen lush foliage which attracts several pests majorly thrips and mites. Management of these pests demands usage of chemicals. Exposure to the residue of pesticides in the mulberry could affect the growth of silkworm and quality...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i73616
An investigation was undertaken to study the Genotype × Environment interaction of elite mulberry genotypes across different seasons at Department of Sericulture, UAS, GKVK, Bengaluru during 2023-24. Analysis of variance revealed that significant differences among mulberry genoty...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i73341