NCERT Class 7 EVS Exploring sericulture

4. Exploring sericulture 

Background 

Sericulture is an occupation for many people in India. Rearing of silkworm, obtaining silk fibre and making yarns require special knowledge, skills and a specialised set up. However, in every step special care has to be taken to protect the silkworm and to maintain the quality of the silk fibre.

Methodology

1. Visit a sericulture farm or a sericulture research institute.

2. Observe the different stages in the life cycle of a silkworm. Find out the number of days it remains in each stage.

3. Note carefully the types of leaves on which they feed.

4. Observe during which stage the silkworm spins silk.

5. Also note down other measures taken during rearing of the different stages.

6. Find out the environmental conditions required for maintaining a healthy growth of silkworms.

7. Find out the diseases and other factors that may affect silkworms.

8. Find out if there are any occupational hazards associated with sericulture.

Conclusion

In a chart, draw the different stages in the life cycle of a silkworm. Write a report on your findings.

Follow-up

1. Try to find out some important centres of sericulture in India and also the type of silk produce.

2. Try to find out the number of people employed in sericulture and the silk industry.

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