Phan Thi Thuan's family have been making silk for generations, growing and harvesting the threads from silkworms themselves to create luxury garments. But making lotus silk is different.

Have you ever wondered about the intricate tapestry of history woven through the delicate threads of silk? From ancient ...

Narrator: Humans have been making silk for centuries. It's a coveted textile for gowns, sheets, and robes. But why is it so expensive? Silk is the product of the domesticated silkworm, Bombyx mori.

Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc. (OTCQB: KBLB) ("Company" or "Kraig Labs"), a world leader in spider silk biotechnology, ...

Five hundred and fifty-two A.D. Nestorian monks, who would later become Emperor Justinian, brought silkworm eggs to Europe by smuggling them out of China. As a consequence, the silk industry in the ...

Feeding should be started off with 50-day-old shoots harvested at the height of three feet in the cooler hours of the morning. 60-day-old shoots should be fed to fifth stage worms. Thank you for ...

International Business Times unpacks INO Armor's founding, which was shaped by a near-fatal tragic event, and explores the ...

Eri silk, known for its eco-friendly and sustainable qualities, is gaining recognition in the luxury textile market. Its ...

The shrine has deep ties to the silk industry. Once a year, silkworm farmers make offerings of cocoons to express their gratitude. The formal Japanese garden was built by the entrepreneur Hara ...