How to get uniform growth of larvae after moult?
At the time of larvae settling for moult, the last feeding should be given till most of the larvae settle for moult, followed by application of thin layer of lime on the bed. Moulting takes 20-36 hrs. Resumption of feeding the rearing bed is done only after all the larvae come out of moult. Starving the larvae-for few hours for this purpose will not affect the health of silkworms.