Silkworm Seed Pathology Division
The Silkworm Seed Pathology Division (SSPD) plays a vital role in ensuring the production, certification, and supply of healthy and disease-free silkworm seed, which forms the foundation of sustainable sericulture.
Equipped with modern diagnostic facilities and guided by trained technical personnel, the Silkworm Seed Pathology Division maintains strict quality control standards. It also provides technical guidance, training, and advisory services to grainages and stakeholders to minimize disease incidence and improve seed health management practices.
Through continuous research, monitoring, and extension support, the division significantly contributes to strengthening the sericulture sector and improving the livelihood of farmers dependent on silk production.
Activities
- Research and Development on pebrine disease and its management
- Disease Monitoring survey and Surveillance
- Quarantine testing of silkworm seed for export
- Technical services to the stakeholders
- Evaluation of Disinfectants for quality standards
- Training on pebrine disease identification and management
Scientist Involved
| Name | Designation |
|---|---|
| Dr. R. Saravanakumar | Scientist D |
