This study aimed to identify the most promising mulberry genotypes for fruit production by evaluating fruit characteristics, biochemical traits and nutritional composition. Eight elite mulberry genotypes were selected from the mulberry germplasm unit at the Department of Sericult...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2024/v16i91524
Nanoparticles (NPs) have emerged as promising tools for enhancing mulberry cultivation and the performance of silkworms, crucial for silk production. Mulberry, a vital plant for silk production, demands proper nutrient management for optimal growth and leaf production. Applicatio...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i6921
This study investigated the chitosan content in various developmental stages of silkworms, specifically focusing on larval cuticle, moult exuviae and larval exuviae. The chitosan percentage varied significantly among different stages, with the highest content observed in bivoltin...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i81263
Karan Sathish, A. S. Devakumar, A. Kokila, C. Vairavan, Thrilekha D., Chethan Kumar K. B., Shankar M., Narayanaswamy Jeevan, Saleemali Kannihalli, Moorthy A. V., V. Kousalya, Shruthi G. S. & Shweta Saraswat·Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International·2024
Understanding the impact of diverse land-use systems (LUS) on soil quality is crucial for sustainable land management practices. This study was conducted in Bengaluru, India, to estimate the soil quality index (SQI) under different LUSs. Twenty-four sampling sites were identified...
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Research Article10.9734/jgeesi/2024/v28i9810
Mulberry root rot is fast spreading disease caused by L. theobromae. The pathogen can be managed by synthetic fungicides. However, enormous use of synthetic fungicides leads to residual toxicity which affects the growth and development of silkworm. In this context, an attempt was...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i71090