Fergana grows silkworm cocoons

    Business 8 May 2020 401

    This year, Fergana silkworm breeders plan to deliver more than 252 tons of products to processing enterprises.

    Contracts were signed with 252 farms and 890 home-based workers. In addition, 2650 local residents are involved in seasonal work.
    Special attention is paid to strengthening the feed base in development of sericulture. This year, mulberry plantations were created on 41 hectares. More than 100 thousand seedlings have been planted here.