The application of mulch films for preserving soil moisture and preventing weed growth has
been a part of agricultural practice for decades. Different materials have been used as mulch …

Cellulose is one of the most abundant natural polymers with excellent biocompatibility, non-
toxicity, flexibility, and renewable source. Regenerated cellulose (RC) products result from …

Despite the fact that microplastic pollution in terrestrial ecosystems has received increasing
attention, there are few studies on the potential effects of different microplastics on terrestrial …

Microplastics are emerging contaminants in terrestrial ecosystems which could potentially
affect crop growth at all stages. Amongst various crop growth stages, seed germination is …

The use of plastic mulch films is widespread in agriculture for specialty cropping systems
because of several benefits. In this article, we critically review, for the first time under a …

This study evaluated the irrigation schemes for tomato production using the environmental,
economic, and social pillars of sustainability. A pot-scale experiment was conducted using …

The use of biodegradable film has been increasingly recommended as an alternative to
conventional plastic films. Several studies have evaluated the applicability of biodegradable …

Soil salinization caused by shallow, saline groundwater represents a serious threat to field
productivity, especially in arid regions with intense soil evaporation. Plastic film mulching …

Mulching is a common practice for improving crop yield and obtaining an out-of-season
production, but when made using plastic materials it can bring environmental problems due …

Plastic pollution in farmland ecosystems has been widely concerned. However, the
heterogeneity and driving mechanisms of plastic residue (PR) remain unclear in the …