The meta-analysis incorporates the results of 110 peer-reviewed studies and concludeds that residues from plastic mulch damage crop yield, plant height, root weight, ...

The downside of plastic mulch is disposal, Domenghini adds. “Availability of biodegradable plastic mulches will likely increase in years to come,” Domenghini said.

By George Weigel/The Patriot-News Q: In your Aug. 16 column concerning tomatoes, you mentioned red plastic mulch. Is the mulch shredded or in sheets? If it's in sheets, how do you water the plants ...

You can find red plastic mulch at most garden supply stores or online, such as this Red Mulch Garden Plastic Film. Prep your ...

Use black plastic mulching to keep your backyard garden lush Wednesday, July 08, 2020 — updated on July 19, 2020 Black plastic mulching is great for vegetables. Courtesy Photo.

Many organic farmers rely on plastic as a form of mulch, but it ends up in landfills. Biodegradable plastic could help, but some worry about its long-term effects on soil health and the environment.

The use of plastic mulch (plastic covering on crop lines) is a widespread technique used in agricultural regions in order to increase the profitability of the crops. According to the European ...

Arts & Entertainment. The top three mulch materials for enriching soil Mulching helps hold moisture in the soil, controls weeds and buffers soil temperature, but not all mulches are equal.