
Sericulture
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Comprehensive discussion on sericulture, from mulberry cultivation to silk processing.
Integrates traditional practices with biotechnology and genetic advancements.
Focus on sustainable and eco-friendly practices for long-term industry viability.
Valuable reference for students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.
Print edition not for sale in India.
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Mohd Ashaq is Associate Professor of Botany in the Higher Education Department, J&K, India, specializing in Plant Virology. He has 4 books, 30 research papers, 17 patents, and extensive experience in international academia, conference organization, and editorial roles.
G. J. Abhishek is Doctoral Scholar, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, specializing in Plant Genetic Resources. Awarded Best MSc Thesis, he has published multiple research outputs and is active in conferences and workshops at national and international levels.
Ningaraj Belagalla is Assistant Professor of Entomology, University of Mysore, recipient of multiple awards including Best Researcher and Young Entomologist. Published extensively and holds two patents; focuses on biological control and pest management.
Tapas Kumar Hembram is Assistant Professor in Agricultural Entomology, Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, West Bengal. Authored 13 research papers and participated in national and international conferences; a life member of several professional societies.
Masarat Bashir is Assistant Professor, College of Temperate Sericulture, SKUAST-Kashmir, specializing in Silkworm Physiology and silk nanoparticles. Double gold medalist with over 20 research publications, 30 book chapters, and recipient of Young Scientist and Woman Empowerment Awards.
Omais Bin Ayoub is Doctoral scholar in Sericulture at SKUAST-Kashmir with multiple publications and conference presentations. Awarded Young Researcher Award (2024) for contributions to sericultural science.
Content
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Part I: Foundations of Sericulture
Introduction to Sericulture (Sudipta Padhan, Wajid Hasan, Masarat Bashir, Ningaraj Belagalla)
Sericulture Practices Across the World (Wajid Hasan, Omais Bin Ayoub, Mohd Ashaq, G J Abhishek)
Principles and Objectives of Sericulture (Masarat Bashir, Ningaraj Belagalla, Tapas Kumar Hembram, Mohd Ashaq)
Mulberry Cultivation (Mohd Ashaq, Omais Bin Ayoub, G J Abhishek, Adarsh Pandey)
Silkworm Biology and Life Cycle (Masarat Bashir, Wajid Hasan, Ningaraj Belagalla, Tapas Kumar Hembram)
Part II: Sericulture Techniques
Silkworm Rearing Techniques (Wajid Hasan, Mohd Ashaq, Ningaraj Belagalla, Masarat Bashir)
Silkworm Disease Management (Praneet Chauhan, Masarat Bashir , Adarsh Pandey, Amanpneet Kaur)
Silk Reeling and Processing (Omais Bin Ayoub, Tapas Kumar Hembram, Ningaraj Belagalla, G J Abhishek)
Innovations in Sericulture Technology and Sustainable Sericulture Practices (Alok Kumar Srivastava, Mohd Ashaq, Masarat Bashir, Wajid Hasan)
Part III: Sericulture and Biotechnology
Seribiotechnology: Genetic Improvement of Silkworms and Biotechnological Tools in Sericulture (Masarat Bashir, Wajid Hasan, Omais Bin Ayoub, Adarsh Pandey)
Molecular Biology of Silkworms (Ningaraj Belagalla, Tapas Kumar Hembram, G J Abhishek, Masarat Bashir)
Biotechnological Applications in Mulberry Cultivation (Tapas Kumar Hembram, Wajid Hasan, Adarsh Pandey, Mohd Ashaq)
Part IV: Silkworm Breeding and Future Trends
Silkworm Breeding (Wajid Hasan, Masarat Bashir, Mohd Ashaq, G J Abhishek)
Selection Methods in Silkworm Breeding (Aroos Rauf Rafiqui, Masarat Bashir, Wajid Hasan, Ningaraj Belagalla)
Breeding for Disease Resistance and Quality Improvement in Silk Production (Omais Bin Ayoub, Mohd Ashaq, G J Abhishek,Tapas Kumar Hembram)
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