SILK PRODUCTION, A CHINA FORTE 🇨🇳 Silkworms, larvae of the Bombyx mori moth, have been producing luxurious silk for millennia. These remarkable creatures are central to a global industry that continues to innovate. 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞: The silk industry is massive, with 420 billion to 1 trillion silkworms used annually. China leads global production, accounting for about 80% of the total. 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Researchers enhance silk production through genetic engineering, creating