Molecular characterization and Phylogenetic Studies of Tasar silkworm

The molecular characterisation using SSR/ISSR/EST-SSR suggest that these markers could be effectively utilised for identifying the genetic variability among tasar ecoraces. Among the ecoraces studied, Daba BV and Andhra local have shown much variability. As variations in the ecoraces have genetic basis, identification of ecoraces based on molecular markers, selection of parental ecoraces, consistent breeding program and production of hybrid seeds to produce desirable commercial characters is the need of the hour. However, studies on adaptability of ecoraces in different ecological conditions and synchronisation of emergence pattern need to be focused.