मनंदावाड़ी रोड, श्रीरामपुरा, केंद्रीय रेशम बोर्ड - वस्त्र मंत्रालय - भारत सरकार
Manandavadi Road, Srirampura, Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India
Central Sericultural Research & Training Institute (CSRTI), Mysore, the pioneer research institution in the field of tropical sericulture, was established at Chennapattna in 1961 under the administrative control of Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India for the over all development of silk industry in the country. During the course of development the Institute was shifted to Mysore the princely city in the year 1963.
Over the years the Institute has grown in to a full pledged centre of excellence and provided commendable support to enhance silk productivity and quality ensuring generation of higher income for the farmers.
Mysore is situated at an altitude of 759.9m (2492 ft) above mean sea level, with latitude 12.18°N and longitude 76.42°E. Mysore receives an average rainfall of 710 mm with the temperature ranging between 33°C and 18°C. It is well connected to the important cities by rail and road. The nearest airport is at Bangalore, (the capital city of Karnataka), which is only 140 km away.
CSRTI Mysuru was established with the objective of strengthening India’s sericulture sector through scientific innovation and farmer support. Since its inception, the institute has played a pivotal role in improving mulberry cultivation and silkworm rearing practices, contributing significantly to India’s position as the world’s second-largest silk producer.
CSRTI Mysuru houses state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities that focus on various aspects of sericulture. Scientists at the institute have developed high-yielding mulberry varieties, robust silkworm breeds, and eco-friendly practices that enhance silk productivity and quality.