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VOL. 9, ISSUE 8 (2024)
A study on proximate composition and minerals analysis of six different pre-pupa strains of Samia ricini (Eri silkworm)
Authors
Sweta Das, Karabi Kalita, Tarali Kalita
Abstract
Samia
ricini, commonly known as Eri silkworm, is a widely
reared species in Northeast India throughout the year. The silk insect that
mostly generates Eri silk is also utilized as a food source more commonly by
the Northeast tribes of India in comparison to the greater mass. In recent
times, more people are becoming aware of the possibility that substituting
edible insects in lieu of animal protein could improve the condition of the
environment and lessen the issue of starvation in developing countries. However
there still exists social taboo against entomophagy, and many pre-pupae are
discarded as a sericulture by-product after the cocoon is formed completely. To
make any kind of food acceptable and popular, it is necessary to understand its
nutritional profile. Therefore, the aim of the study was to evaluate the
nutritional value of the six different pre-pupa strains of eri silkworm so as
to, eliminate entomophobia and popularise entomophagy owing to its nutritional
significance. We anticipate that this study will not only reveal the
nutritional status of pre-pupa, but will also open up new avenues for
functional food creation.
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How to cite this article:
Sweta Das, Karabi Kalita, Tarali Kalita "A study on proximate composition and minerals analysis of six different pre-pupa strains of <i>Samia ricini </i>(Eri silkworm)". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 8, 2024, Pages 1-4
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