Short description of Sericulture: Sericulture is the cultivation of silkworms and the production of cocoons and silk. Moriculture is the cultivation of mulberry bushes, the leaves of which provide the food for the silkworm.
The project, which is located in the eastern and western part of Mount Kenya is initially targeting 4 groups to expand on existing and establish new mulberry plantations, construct silkworm rearing sheds, train groups in sericulture activities and establish a silk marketing association.
This project seeks to diversify production systems, income and employment opportunities among communities living adjacent to Mount Kenya and protect the environment at the same time.