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Experiments with natural dyes and coloured cocoons for Pashmina and silk

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- Conventional textile dyeing uses chemicals that produce wastewater that pollutes rivers and ecosystems. - Researchers in Kashmir are testing plant-based dyes for Pashmina and exploring in vivo silk colouring, where silkworms produce coloured silk through their diet. - Financial and policy support, colour shade standardisation, and greater awareness are needed to scale these products. Colour is a...
The narrative presents a compelling case for sustainable textile innovations in Kashmir, emphasizing environmental benefits and market potential. However, it’s important to scrutinize the feasibility and scalability of these methods. The article highlights plant-based dyes and in vivo silk coloring as promising alternatives, but acknowledges significant challenges in standardization, cost, and production efficiency. The strongest version of this narrative is that these innovations could reduce p...