The Central Silk Board (CSB), under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, conducted a three-day residential training programme on Muga Grainage Technology for officials of the Department of Sericulture, Nagaland. Held from July 7 to 9 at the CSB unit in Kobulong, the training aimed to improve technical capacity in quality Muga seed production.

Dr. Ravi Kumara, Scientist at the Central Silk Board stated that the training was designed to enhance seed management practices, which are critical for increasing Muga silk productivity and ensuring the sustainability of traditional sericulture in the region.

Muga silk, known as “golden silk,” is native to India and primarily cultivated in Assam. However, it is now being grown in parts of Nagaland, including Mokokchung, Tuensang, Wokha, and Niuland.

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The programme included theoretical sessions and hands-on training covering key topics such as grainage management, seed cocoon selection, disinfection procedures, and storage techniques. Participants engaged in practical demonstrations to better understand the processes involved.

Officials from Nagaland’s Sericulture Department welcomed the training’s interactive format and practical approach, noting that the skills gained will help improve seed quality and support the growth of the Muga silk sector in the state.