Biodegradable mulch – a solution for small-scale horticulture?
Testing biodegradable alternatives to polyethylene sheeting.
Testing biodegradable alternatives to polyethylene sheeting.
Mulching acts to control weeds, conserves soil moisture and increases soil temperature in tropical and sub-tropical environments which has positive effects on vegetable yield and quality. Plastic mulching material is now widely available in SE Asia at a relatively low cost.