The Improvement of Unique Economic Indicators in Georgian Breeds of Mulberry Silkworm

Authors

  • N. Baramidze Scientific Research Centre of Agriculture, Tbilisi, Georgia
  • L. Mdzeluri Scientific Research Centre of Agriculture, Tbilisi, Georgia
  • M. Khutsishvili Agricultural University of Georgia, Tbilisi, Georgia
  • I. Gujabidze Agricultural University of Georgia, Tbilisi, Georgia

Keywords:

mulberry silkworm, selection, cocoon, viability

Abstract

Methods of improving the viability of Georgian breeds of silkworm (Digomi 1 and Digomi 2) with excellent properties are considered in the work. The cocoons of the breeds of the initial Digmuri group are characterized by a long thread (2000 m) and high silkiness (24-25%). The only disadvantage of these breeds is that they have a relatively low viability, and this work was carried out just to improve this deficiency. As a result of carrying out complex selection work to increase the viability of the initial breeds, new improved hybrid combinations were obtained, which in their biotechnological properties are equal or higher than the initial breeds.

Additional Files

Published

16-10-2023

How to Cite

Baramidze, N., Mdzeluri, L., Khutsishvili, M., & Gujabidze, I. (2023). The Improvement of Unique Economic Indicators in Georgian Breeds of Mulberry Silkworm. The Journal of Nature Studies - Annals of Agrarian Science, 20(4). Retrieved from https://journals.org.ge/index.php/aans/article/view/187

Issue

Vol. 20 No. 4 (2022): Annals of Agrarian Science

Section

Articles