Mulch Film: A Contemporary Solution for Sustainable Agriculture
The agricultural landscape is changing rapidly as farmers around the globe look for ways to boost efficiency and protect the environment. And at the center of that revolution is mulch film, a protective layer added to soil to create better growing conditions. Traditionally farmers used organic matter such as straw or leaves but in recent years developing technology has seen the introduction of specialist plastics and now compostable films giving far better results. They create a protective barrier for the root system, allowing it to keep its structure, prevent unwanted plants from growing and give soil a microclimate that favors fast occurrence of photosynthesis. The Functional Superiority of Mulching Systems in Practice The grower is installing a climate-control system for their field with mulch when they utilize it in field management. By keeping the sun from hitting the soil surface directly, the film effectively reduces moisture evaporation. This results in a more uniform hydratio...