"Species high in nutrition and producing it where the people live develop a system of self-reliant living, that contributes significantly to productive, responsible lifestyles and an enduring culture."

Professor Bill Mollison, International PermaCulture Institute, Australia

The Mulberry Patch is currently conducting research and to date has been able to ascertain:

        * Economic and financial viability that deducts all operating costs from financial profit.

        * The imputed value of labour involved is approximately $60.00 per day;

        * The potential for poverty alleviation and empowerment of women;

        * Potential for promotion of afforestation and thereby erosion control in the Scotland District through mulberry plantation;

        * Utilisation of fallow land unsuitable for traditional crops for productive purposes;

        * Highly labour-intensive sector which employs large numbers of labourers at various stages of operation;

        * Does not require high tech scientific skill or expertise but has opportunities at various stages of operation;

        * Non-Traditional Career Opportunities abound in Insect goods and services