Soil mulching has advantages for horticultural crops, from both agronomic and phytosanitary points of view. The most common material used is polyethylene (PE); however, promising alternatives the circular economy exist, such as straw (ST) biodegradable biopolymers (BBs). effect three aforementioned mulches was evaluated compared to non-mulched soil in a Mediterranean greenhouse two years an org...

Cover crops are often defined as crops grown for the protection and enrichment of the soil. They are sometimes referred to as green manures or living mulches because if the definition is expanded a bit they are crops grown to suppress weeds, build productive soils and help control pests and diseases. Cover crops can be soil builders, soil looseners, soil water conservers, erosion fighters, nutr...

Mulching, an ancient agricultural practice, has emerged as a critical tool in modern horticulture due to its numerous benefits. This review examines the application and impacts of mulch installation techniques on Indian horticulture, with focus understanding different types, traditional techniques, advantages, potential crop growth yield, environmental implications. The introduction elucidates ...