Silk

Distribution of Mulberry and Non-mulberry Sericulture

Distribution of Mulberry and Non-mulberry Sericulture (area, production and productivity across states), Cocoon Production Sericulture which has its origin in China is an age old Industry in India. Silk route is one of the ancient internationally recognized route for global business for not only silk but also other important commodities. History reveals that silk is … Read more

Importance of Sericulture in India and Karnataka

Importance of SERICULTURE IN INDIA and Karnataka Historical perspectives of Sericulture in India During Pre-independence period Sericulture in India has a remote past dating back to several centuries prior to the commencement of the Christian era. It has been held that mulberry culture came from China to India around 140 B.C. But there have been … Read more

Andhra Pradesh handicrafts

Andhra Pradesh : Handicrafts Andhra Pradesh handicrafts in the south has patronized itself in a host of arts and crafts that not only attract millions but earn the artisans a decent livelihood. The various forms of arts and crafts are aristocratic to this state and are not found anywhere else in India. KONDAPALLI If any … Read more

SERICULTURE IN INDIA

SERICULTURE IN INDIA Production Silkworm larvae are fed on mulberry leaves and after the fourth molt, they climb a twig placed near them and spin their silken cocoons. The silk is a continuous-filament fibre consisting of fibroin protein, secreted from two salivary glands in the head of each larva, and a gum called sericin, which … Read more

Marco Polo

Marco Polo was a Venetian merchant and explorer who lived from 1254 to 1324. He is best known for his travels to Asia, which he recounted in his book The Travels of Marco Polo. arly Life Journey to Asia Travels in the Mongol Empire Service to Kublai Khan Return to Venice Imprisonment and Writing Influence … Read more