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Hydrological characteristics of different organic materials mulches
The study aims to find the properties of three organic mulch varieties and their effects on soil moisture and crop growth. Three organic mulches:...
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Mulches assist degraded soil recovery via stimulating biogeochemical cycling: metagenomic analysis
AbstractSoil degradation of urban greening has caused soil fertility loss and soil organic carbon depletion. Organic mulches are made from natural...
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Microbiome dynamics of soils covered by plastic and bioplastic mulches
In recent decades, the use of plastic mulch in agriculture has largely increased to meet the growing demand for food. Despite their potential...
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Modifications of plant microclimate by plastic mulches reduces Drosophila suzukii infestation
Spotted-wing drosophila, Drosophila suzukii (Matsumura) (Diptera: Drosophilidae), is one of the most detrimental pests of small fruit crops worldwide...
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Shoot and biomass reduction of perennial weeds using hydromulches and physical changes in the mulches
Hydromulch, used primarily for erosion control, is now being studied as a weed control method in perennial crops and public gardens where weed...
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Techniques and Practices of Soil Moisture Conservation (Use of Mulches, Kinds, Effectiveness, and Economics)
Mulches are used to conserve the moisture in the soil. Mulch refers to any covering material used on the surface of soil to prevent evaporation....
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Living Mulches for Sustainable Pest Management
The need for non-chemical insect pest management is the demand of present-day lifestyle emphasized by the demand for organic food production and...
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Effects of different mulches on soil and plants in the desert of Iran
The objective of this research was to evaluate various non-petroleum mulches, including resin, mineral, polymer, and biopolymer, on soil properties,...
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Fragment size and diversity of mulches affect their decomposition, nutrient dynamics, and mycorrhizal root colonisation
Plant-based mulch has been proposed as a sustainable way of maintaining soil fertility. However, the role of mulch diversity, quality, and size in...
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Suppression of weed and insect populations by living and straw mulches in sesame (Sesamum indicum L.)
In order to evaluate the effect of different weed management treatments on weeds, pest and natural enemies populations in sesame ( Sesamum indicum ...
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Water Volumes and Mulches Increased Crop Growth, Leaf Nutrient Content and Chlorophyll of Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) cv. ‘Mosambi’
The present study was carried out to elucidate the effects of different water volumes and mulches on growth parameters and leaf mineral content of...
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Organic and Inorganic Mulches Combination Improves the Productivity, Quality and Profitability of Rainfed Potato in the Temperate Himalayan Region
Mulch enhances soil fertility by preventing moisture loss, maintaining soil temperature, suppressing weed growth, facilitating microbial growth,...
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Impact of Biodegradable Mulches on Qualitative Characteristics and Bioactive Compounds of Capia Pepper (Capsicum Annum L.) Under Cold Storage
The aim of the study was to assess the effect of biodegradable paper mulch (BPM), polyethylene plastic mulch (PPM), and two different biodegradable...
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Mulches and Microplastic Pollution in the Agroecosystem
In recent decades, organic (plant and animal residues) and inorganic (plastic polyethylene) mulches have become globally considered an...
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Plastic mulches reduce adult and larval populations of Drosophila suzukii in fall-bearing raspberry
The invasive spotted-wing drosophila, Drosophila suzukii, is a major pest of fruit crops worldwide. Management of D. suzukii relies heavily on...
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Agronomic and Economic Valuation of Mulches
A good soil health ensures more, healthy, environment friendly and economical crop production. Weeds cause serious loss of crop yields and economic...
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Effects of biodegradable and polyethylene film mulches and their residues on soil bacterial communities
To investigate the effects of plastic film mulches and their residual films after use on soil bacterial communities, mulching experiment and the...
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Coloured plastic mulches: impact on soil properties and crop productivity
Mulches are materials applied in a soil surface for different roles and purposes. Plastic mulches with different colour have been developed and...
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Use of Mulches in Various Tillage Conditions Reduces the Greenhouse Gas Emission—an Overview
Global warming is one of the most prominent challenges in the present era. Global warming is caused by the increased concentration of greenhouse...
