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District official directs push to expand sericulture production
A senior collector has ordered the preparation of a comprehensive action plan to enhance silkworm cultivation in the district. The directive came during an inspection of a government sericulture facility where officials examined practices for rearing wild silkworms.
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District Collector Shyam Prasad visited the government sericulture farm at Jammulabanda to assess current production capabilities and identify opportunities for expansion. During the inspection, Prasad examined the cultivation of food plants specifically raised to feed wild silkworms, a critical component of sericulture operations.
The collector inquired closely about maintenance practices at the facility, reviewing protocols for plant care and silkworm rearing. His visit underscores the administration's focus on strengthening the sericulture sector, which contributes significantly to rural livelihoods and local economic activity.
Following the inspection, Prasad directed farm officials and relevant government departments to develop a structured action plan aimed at boosting silkworm cultivation across the district. The plan is expected to address infrastructure needs, enhance technical expertise, and improve productivity metrics.
Sericulture remains an important agricultural activity in several parts of South and Southeast Asia, providing employment to farmers and contributing to the regional silk industry. The district's investment in the sector reflects efforts to diversify agricultural production and strengthen rural income sources.