Using plastic sheets for weed control, even under current best management practices, pollutes soil with macro- and micro-plastics and negatively affects critical soil functions, according to a study.

Using cardboard as a weed barrier — or sheet mulching — is a simple, effective method that suppresses weeds and gradually ...

As agriculture continues to evolve, more farmers are turning to plasticulture — the use of plastic materials in crop production — to improve yields, conserve water and reduce weed pressure. Whether ...

So back to “What’s new in mulch?” It’s wool. Yes, from sheep. It can be used right off the sheep or in the form of wool ...

Using plastic sheets for weed control, even under current best management practices, pollutes soil with macro- and micro-plastics and negatively affect critical soil functions, according to a study.

Backyard gardeners and large-scale agriculture operations commonly use plastic mulch to control weed growth and protect ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Plastic has become an integral part of modern life, both indoors and out. We even use it in our gardens; consider for a minute the many ...

A research team has found that Xinjiang, China’s largest cotton-producing region, generates enormous volumes of agricultural ...