Eco-friendly mulch innovations prioritize sustainability while protecting soil health and conserving resources. Biodegradable mulches made from materials like straw, wood chips, or cornstarch-based plastics suppress weeds, retain soil moisture, and regulate temperature. These alternatives to synthetic mulches decompose naturally, enriching soil with organic matter. Innovations like reflective or colored mulches enhance light absorption, improving crop growth. Farmers adopting eco-friendly mulching reduce plastic waste and environmental harm. Additionally, these mulches lower water and herbicide usage, making them a cost-effective and sustainable choice. Incorporating such innovations supports eco-conscious farming practices and enhances crop productivity.
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Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
Title : Food security in the SDG era: Challenges, opportunities, and climate-smart solutions
Shabbar Ali, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
Title : Exploration of the insecticidal properties of Juniperus communis L. essential oil on the grain weevil
Tadjine Nacera, Blida1 University, Algeria
Title : Risk extension: A step to capability for building farmers’ resilience and adaptation to climate changes
Rasha Mohamed El Sayed Shabana, Agricultural Research Center, Egypt
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Seed-cotton (or kapas) agricultural pollution and environmental health impact assessment
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