Many ways are being developed in the realm of agriculture to increase crop yield while
inflicting minimal damage to the soil and environment. One among them is the application of …

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 …

The global use of agricultural plastic films, which provide multiple benefits for food
production, is expected to grow by 59% from 2018 to 2026. Disposal options for agricultural …

Plastic pollution in agricultural soils, caused by the incomplete removal of polyethylene
mulch after usage, is a growing environmental concern. There has therefore been increased …

Soil-biodegradable plastic mulch films are a promising alternative to polyethylene mulches,
but adoption has been slow, in part because of uncertainties about in-field degradation. The …

Since the 1940s, the introduction of plastic technology caused a true revolution in
agriculture. Among the uses of plastics, mulch films have been used to improve yields and …

Biodegradable mulch film was considered to be a sustainable ecological alternative
alleviate of plastic mulch film. Extensive studies related to biodegradable mulch film have …

Growers are interested in biodegradable alternatives to petroleum-based polyethylene
mulch film (PEM). However, many growers cite limited knowledge about biodegradable …

Agricultural plastic mulch films provide a favorable soil microclimate for plant growth,
improving crop yields. Biodegradable plastic mulch films (BDMs) have emerged as a …

Polyethylene plastic mulches are widely used in specialty cropping systems in the United
States due to the horticultural benefits they provide. However, polyethylene mulch is …