Question-Describe how the quantity and quality of mulberry leaves fed to silkworms need to be customised during rearing of silkworms? Kindly Answer.
Dear student,
Leaf quality plays an important role in the production of quality cocoons. The young age worms are fed with tender, succulent leaves which contain sugar, less amount of fibre, starch but, high moisture and protein that are suitable for chawki worms. Hence, the top tender leaves of mulberry plant are used to feed the young age worms. The late age worms are fed with matured leafs available at the bottom of the mulberry trees.
LEAF REQUIREME
5th Instar 600-650
Regards
Leaf quality plays an important role in the production of quality cocoons. The young age worms are fed with tender, succulent leaves which contain sugar, less amount of fibre, starch but, high moisture and protein that are suitable for chawki worms. Hence, the top tender leaves of mulberry plant are used to feed the young age worms. The late age worms are fed with matured leafs available at the bottom of the mulberry trees.
LEAF REQUIREME
| Silkworm Stage | Quantity of mulberry leaf Required (approx.) (Kgs) |
| 1st Instar | 2-4 |
| 2nd Instar | 4-8 |
| 3rd Instar | 30-40 |
| 4th Instar | 80-90 |
Regards