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PLASTICULTURE

LDPE FILM MULCHING

Covering of soil with plastic film to conserve moisture, prevent weeds and modify soil temperature is called mulching. It has several advantages.

Increases yield by about 25 %..
Improves product quality.
Saves upto 25% of water by retaining soil moisture.
Prevents weed growth.
Sayes on fertilizers and pesticide Costs.
Leads to better root development arid a cleaner crop.
Maintains soil structure and ensures better quality production.

Transparent film is very effective for soil solarisation to kill nematodes and weeds. Black film has proved to be effective for strawberry for weed control and better fruit quality. Results of the trials in potato, brinjal and tomato are very encouraging.