Director’s Message
It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you all to the web portal of CSB-Institute for Silkworm Seed Technology Research.
CSB-Institute for Silkworm Seed Technology Research (ISTR) is the only institute of its kind in the world that is devoted to the Research & Developmental activities in silkworm seed technology. CSB-ISTR has a streamlined research focus and it positioned itself with strong presence in terms of technology development and human resource generation in the highly specialized area of silkworm seed production.
Silkworm seed, which forms the foundation for the sericulture industry, is critical to the success of commercial cocoon crops and the overall stability of the sericulture industry. Consequently, Institute for Silkworm Seed Technology Research emerged as a pioneer institute in R&D activities and Human resource development of silkworm seed.
This institute has developed preservation technologies for bivoltine (hibernation schedules) and crossbreeds to offer quality silkworm seed to the stakeholders on time. Pebrine disease in the seed areas of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh is being monitored by CSB-ISTR through regular surveys.
Dr. S. Manthira Moorthy
Director, CSB-ISTR
Dr. S. Manthira Moorthy
Director, CSB-ISTR
Eco-friendly Innovations & Quarantine
The institute developed eco-friendly room surface disinfectants and bed disinfectants are widely used in the field. CSB-ISTR also played role in the development of egg handling techniques of Eri, Muga and Tasar silkworms. CSB-ISTR is the only authorised institute in southern India to issue a quarantine certificate for the export and import of silkworm seed and cocoons.
Commitment & Responsibilities
CSB-ISTR is committed to endurance and perseverance in research efforts which translate into tangible outcomes. The Institute have taken a responsibility of transfer of technology, training programmes, extension activities and conducting field-oriented research in addition to the implementation and monitoring of various central sector schemes.
Acknowledgement
Finally, I would like to thank all the Scientists and staff of CSB-ISTR, the state governments, and all the stake holders for their co-operation, support and encouragement which has significantly helped us in serving the seed industry effectively. I acknowledge the guidance extended by Chairman and committee members of Seed Advisory Committee of Central Silk Board. CSB-ISTR shall continue to serve the industry with dedication for the overall development of seed industry.
The expedition through our website can update you on the recent R&D projects and activities going on in the institute. We will be happy to receive your comments and suggestions.
www.istr.res.in
