A method for increasing silkworm production based on biological habits and protecting the ecological environment

Abstract

This invention relates to a method for increasing silkworm production based on biological habits and protecting the ecological environment, comprising the following steps: The entire silkworm rearing base is placed on a one-year rest period according to a fixed rearing cycle; the rested silkworm rearing base is transformed into a three-dimensional, multi-layered vegetation pattern; the three-dimensional, multi-layered vegetation pattern of the rearing base is treated with pesticides; at the end of the one-year rest period, the silkworms are placed on the upper layer of tall vegetation. When the silkworms develop to the second or third molting stage, they are moved to newly sprouted trees and vegetation in the surrounding area, and then raised using traditional tussah silkworm rearing methods until they form cocoons. This invention increases tussah silkworm production and improves the ecological environment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention provides a method for raising tussah silkworms, and more particularly relates to a method for increasing silkworm production based on biological habits and protecting the ecological environment. Background Technology

[0002] The traditional method of tussah silkworm farming involves dividing the entire industrial base into numerous small plots of land, implementing a multi-batch, annual rotation system. Each plot is used for silkworm rearing every year without any rest periods. This traditional method has several drawbacks: First, dividing the base into numerous small plots hinders the use of modern technology and equipment. Second, the lack of rest periods in each plot, directly starting a new round of silkworm rearing, not only fails to achieve the purpose of renewal and pest control but also seriously harms the ecological environment. Without rest periods, pest control measures can only be applied while silkworms are still alive and inappropriately, which not only damages silkworms and leaves, resulting in ineffective pest control and reduced yields, but also leads to severe pollution from continuous pesticide use, hindering the development of economically valuable vegetation and wasting a large amount of precious resources. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this invention proposes a silkworm rearing method that protects the ecological environment based on biological habits, thus solving the problems of low yield and ecological damage in existing tussah silkworm farming.

[0004] The technical solution of the present invention includes the following steps:

[0005] Step 1: The entire breeding base will be closed for a year to allow silkworms to rest and recuperate according to a fixed breeding cycle;

[0006] Step 2: Divide the breeding base that has stopped silkworm rearing into multiple blocks according to the type of land, the growth of trees and the number of ants collected. Each block contains 7-15 clumps. Select a tree of medium growth from the largest clump in each block and make a clear mark on it. Then cut down all the remaining unmarked trees 3-6cm from the ground to form a three-dimensional multi-layered breeding vegetation pattern.

[0007] Step 3: First, strengthen the tops of the retained trees, then remove diseased, weak, and dead branches. Once the new trees have emerged, based on the spatial conditions of the surrounding land, initially select 5-8 trees per clump as the baseline for retaining trees. Gradually increase the number of trees to be retained each year until the total number of trees in each block is between 20-50 at the time of renewal. Repeat the above process for the next breeding cycle when renewing trees and the subsequent rest and maintenance methods.

[0008] Step 4: During the peak periods of leaf-eating insects feeding on leaves, the peak periods of silkworm-eating insects feeding on silkworms, and the peak periods of silkworm diseases, apply pesticides to the breeding base of the three-dimensional multi-layered aquaculture vegetation model.

[0009] Step 5: After a year of rest and recuperation, the silkworms in the breeding base are placed on the upper layer of tall vegetation. When the silkworms develop into larvae between the second and third molts, they are moved to the surrounding newly grown trees and vegetation, ensuring that there are silkworms on each clump, and that the amount of leaves consumed by the silkworms on each clump is less than the amount of new leaves on the trees. After that, the traditional method of raising tussah silkworms is followed until they form cocoons.

[0010] Preferably, the fixed breeding cycle in step 1 is 6-7 years.

[0011] Preferably, in step 2, there are 20-50 trees in each block and 5-8 trees in each clump.

[0012] Preferably, in step 2, the identified tree species are those suitable for raising silkworms in spring and autumn and for releasing silkworm larvae.

[0013] Preferably, in step 2, the trees are cut down between October and February; when cutting down trees, if the selected pier is located on a sloping terrain, the trees are cut down at a height of 3-6 cm above the ground above the pier.

[0014] Preferably, in step 5, the silkworm is a tussah silkworm.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows:

[0016] This invention enables the complete, one-time renewal of traditional industrial bases on a fixed schedule, making full use of resources and transforming traditional single-layer breeding bases into three-dimensional, multi-layered breeding and vegetation bases. After the renewal, the base undergoes a one-year rest period, during which thorough pest control and environmental management are carried out, thereby increasing tussah silkworm production and achieving pest control. The remaining tall trees and newly grown trees in the renewed base are thinned and pruned, and vacant areas are utilized to develop economically viable vegetation, improving the ecological environment and increasing income from supplementary industries. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To enhance understanding of the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to embodiments. These embodiments are only used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0018] Example

[0019] This invention discloses a method for increasing silkworm rearing yield based on biological habits and protecting the ecological environment, comprising the following steps:

[0020] Step 1: The entire breeding base will be closed for one year according to a fixed breeding cycle; the fixed breeding cycle is 6 years.

[0021] Step 2: Divide the breeding base that has stopped silkworm rearing into multiple blocks according to the type of land, the growth of trees and the number of ants collected. Each block contains 7-15 clumps. Select a tree of medium growth from the largest clump in each block and make a clear mark on it. Then cut down all the remaining unmarked trees 3-6cm from the ground to form a three-dimensional multi-layered breeding vegetation pattern.

[0022] Step 3: First, strengthen the tops of the retained trees, then remove diseased, weak, and dead branches. Once the new trees have emerged, based on the spatial conditions of the surrounding land, initially select 5-8 trees per clump as the baseline for retaining trees. Gradually increase the number of trees to be retained each year until the total number of trees in each block is between 20-50 at the time of renewal. Repeat the above process for the next breeding cycle when renewing trees and the subsequent rest and maintenance methods.

[0023] Step 4: During the peak periods of leaf-eating insects feeding on leaves, the peak periods of silkworm-eating insects feeding on silkworms, and the peak periods of silkworm diseases, apply pesticides to the breeding base of the three-dimensional multi-layered aquaculture vegetation model.

[0024] Step 5: After a year of rest and recuperation, the tussah silkworms in the breeding base are placed on the upper layer of tall vegetation. When the larvae develop to the second or third molt stage, they are moved to the surrounding newly grown trees and vegetation, ensuring that there are silkworms on each clump, and that the amount of leaves consumed by the silkworms on each clump is less than the amount of new leaves on the trees. After that, the traditional tussah silkworm breeding method is followed until they form cocoons.

[0025] The principles and innovations of this invention are as follows:

[0026] For silkworm rearing and disinfection, simply removing contaminated trees using traditional methods is far from sufficient. The largest pathogen carrier in the rearing area is the ground. If silkworms are raised directly, the roots and lower leaves of newly planted trees, exposed to the elements (humans, silkworms, wind, rain, insects), become heavily contaminated again. When silkworms consume these contaminated trees, the virus resides within them, not immediately manifesting. Before dormancy, silkworms are acidic, inhibiting the spread of the virus. However, when the trees are replaced and the silkworms enter dormancy, their bodies become alkaline, accelerating the virus's proliferation and spread, manifesting as a pathological condition and exacerbating the harm. This phenomenon can also lead to misjudging which trees are specifically harmful. Therefore, only by allowing the trees to rest and recover, freeing the virus from its host, and allowing it to quickly die off under the influence of ultraviolet radiation in the wild, can the root and lower leaves be effectively removed, achieving the goal of disinfection and regeneration. Even if the silkworm disease was not severe before the regeneration, the need for clearing the area for silkworm rearing, coupled with leaf consumption by silkworms and leaf loss during transplanting, will severely expose the ground, drastically degrading the ecological environment. The following year, this will result in significant tree death and a substantial decrease in leaf quality and quantity. Furthermore, the damage to silkworms caused by silkworm farming can re-pollute the base, making it a losing proposition. Therefore, this invention plays an irreplaceable role in thoroughly preventing and controlling diseases and pests during the silkworm rearing period at the base. Based on the natural law that interspecies interaction only occurs under conditions of coexistence, thorough drug eradication is most effective during periods when leaf-eating insects are prevalent, when silkworm-eating insects are prevalent, and when silkworm diseases are prevalent. Because tussah silkworms are raised in the wild, they are susceptible to natural enemies and diseases, making pest control an essential part of the industry. Traditional management methods involve applying drugs during the silkworm rearing period. However, because silkworms are placed in multiple batches at the base, even silkworms from the same batch may develop unevenly due to natural conditions, and they are also subject to similar natural enemies. Furthermore, limitations such as weather and equipment restrictions result in extremely poor drug efficacy while having significant negative effects.

[0027] Because the base has already been treated with medication during the resting period, only physical methods are needed for pest control during the later silkworm rearing cycle. Developing economically viable vegetation within the base, tailored to local conditions, involves selecting suitable medicinal herbs, wild vegetables, and edible fungi based on the land type. This approach protects the ecological environment while increasing income, thus fully utilizing natural resources.

[0028] This invention can promote a bumper harvest of spring cocoons in the tussah silkworm industry, increase the yield of autumn silkworm rearing, improve the ecological environment, enhance the quality of food products, and generate additional income. The proof is as follows:

[0029] Let W be the total amount of leaves for seedlings, Q be the total amount of leaves consumed, A be the amount of leaves obtained through environmental improvement, B be the amount of leaves obtained through thinning and pruning, C be the amount of leaves obtained through regulating the silkworm's feeding rate, and D be the amount of leaves obtained through proper management. Then W = A + B + C + D. Let E be the amount of leaves used for good cocoons, F be the amount of leaves used for inferior cocoons, G be the amount of leaves wasted by silkworms, L be the amount of leaves used for pests, S be the amount of leaves lost during silkworm transplanting, and T be the amount of remaining leaves. Then Q = E + F + G + L + S + T. Since W = Q, A + B + C + D = E + F + G + L + S + T. Let m be the total amount of good cocoons and n be the amount of leaves used per cocoon.

[0030] but

[0031] In the above formula, n is considered a constant. Since the T value is directly proportional to the A value, there is no need to decrease the T value. Therefore, as long as the A, B, C, and D values ​​are increased and the F, G, L, and S values ​​are decreased, the E value will increase, and the m value will also increase accordingly, achieving the ideal harvest. The new operation mode can promote the increase of the A, B, C, and D values. Compared with the traditional method, the new operation mode is that after the implementation of the new method update, the base rest is conducive to tree growth, which increases the A value. The removal of useless trees concentrates nutrients on the retained trees, which is conducive to the increase of the B value. The silkworms are placed on the upper tall trees. When the silkworms are about to reach their third molt on the small trees, they are immediately moved to the surrounding reserved new mounds to keep silkworms on each mound. The rate at which the silkworms eat leaves matches the rate at which the trees produce new leaves. When the peak of the silkworms' leaf consumption arrives, it is close to the time when the leaves are about to fall off, which will inevitably increase the C value. During the rest period, pesticides have been thoroughly used to eliminate pests. No pesticides are used when raising silkworms, so there is no pesticide damage that promotes the increase of the D value. The innovative model reduces F, G, L, and S values ​​(compared to traditional methods). This is due to the base's annual silkworm rearing and multiple rounds of pest control using pesticides. This not only cuts off the transmission routes of pathogens but also causes any remaining viruses to die off rapidly in the wild due to the lack of a host. Further physical pest control treatment before silkworm rearing the following year, along with harvesting ants from high trees, significantly reduces the occurrence of pests and diseases, resulting in negligible reductions in F, G, and L values. Because the new method involves harvesting ants from high trees in the upper vegetation layer, when the silkworms climb down from their second molt, the lower trees are untouched by leaf consumption, eliminating the need for pruning and significantly reducing leaf loss (S value) during silkworm transplantation. This demonstrates that the innovative model is indeed feasible for the development of the tussah silkworm industry.

[0032] It should be noted that, in this document, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a reference structure" does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0033] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A method for increasing silkworm production by protecting the ecological environment based on biological habits, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Step 1: The entire breeding base will be closed for a year to allow silkworms to rest and recuperate according to a fixed breeding cycle; Step 2: Divide the breeding base that has stopped silkworm rearing into multiple blocks according to the type of land, the growth of trees and the number of ants collected. Each block contains 7-15 clumps. Select a tree of medium growth from the largest clump in each block and make a clear mark on it. Then cut down all the remaining unmarked trees 3-6cm from the ground to form a three-dimensional multi-layered breeding vegetation pattern. Step 3: First, strengthen the tops of the retained trees, then remove diseased, weak, and dead branches. Once the new trees have emerged, based on the spatial conditions of the adjacent land, initially select 5-8 trees per clump as the baseline for retaining trees. Gradually increase the number of trees to be retained each year until the total number of trees in each block is between 20-50 at the time of renewal. Repeat the selection of reserved trees and the subsequent rest and maintenance methods in Steps 2 to 3 at the time of renewal for the next fixed breeding cycle. Step 4: During the peak periods of leaf-eating insects feeding on leaves, the peak periods of silkworm-eating insects feeding on silkworms, and the peak periods of silkworm diseases, apply pesticides to the breeding base of the three-dimensional multi-layered aquaculture vegetation model. Step 5: After a year of rest and recuperation, the silkworms in the breeding base are placed on the upper layer of tall vegetation. When the silkworms develop into larvae between the second and third molts, they are moved to the surrounding newly grown trees and vegetation, ensuring that there are silkworms on each clump, and that the amount of leaves consumed by the silkworms on each clump is less than the amount of new leaves on the trees. After that, the traditional method of raising tussah silkworms is followed until they form cocoons.

2. The silkworm rearing method for increasing production and protecting the ecological environment based on biological habits as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The fixed breeding cycle in step 1 is 6-7 years.

3. The silkworm rearing method for increasing production and protecting the ecological environment based on biological habits as described in claim 1, characterized in that, In step 2, there are 20-50 trees in each block and 5-8 trees in each clump.

4. The silkworm rearing method for increasing production and protecting the ecological environment based on biological habits as described in claim 1, characterized in that, In step 2, the identified trees are tree species suitable for silkworm rearing in spring and autumn, capable of releasing and harvesting silkworms.

5. A method for increasing silkworm production based on biological habits and protecting the ecological environment, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that... In step 2, the trees are cut down between October and February. When cutting down trees, if the selected pier is located on a sloping terrain, the trees are cut down at a height of 3-6 cm above the ground above the pier.

6. A method for increasing silkworm production based on biological habits and protecting the ecological environment, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that... In step 5, the silkworm is a tussah silkworm.