An Italian company specializing in sewing, embroidery, and knitting yarns, MIC has endorsed the Gelseta project to revitalize Vernona’s historic silk industry.
Being implemented in collaboration with the University of Verona, the project strives to reconnect agriculture with crafts, and industry. It involves restarting the mulberry cultivation to create a complete production cycle, including silkworm breeding and cocoon spinning into yarn. This will help MIC ensure a local, traceable, and sustainable supply chain.
The initial phase of the project, which includes planting mulberries and raising silkworms, is already underway. MIC is involved as both an industrial partner and an advocate for a circular, low-impact production model. In conjunction with the project's scientific partners, The company will manage the final stage: transforming the fibers into yarn.
Through this endeavor, MIC is committed to enhancing local expertise and contributing to the revival of a historically significant industry in the area, known for its high-quality products.
