Mulching film for agriculture
Mulch film is a type of plastic film used in agriculture and gardening to improve soil productivity, conserve moisture, control weeds, and regulate soil temperature. It is typically made from polyethylene, although other materials such as biodegradable plastics may also be used.
Mulch films are laid over the soil surface and come in various colors, including black, white, silver, and metallic, each serving different purposes:
- Black Mulch Film: Black mulch film absorbs sunlight, warming the soil beneath it. This helps to accelerate the growth of crops, especially in cooler climates. It also suppresses weed growth by blocking sunlight from reaching weed seeds.
- Clear Mulch Film: Clear mulch film allows sunlight to penetrate the soil, promoting weed growth but also warming the soil and stimulating early plant growth.
- White or Reflective Mulch Film: White or reflective mulch film reflects sunlight away from the soil, reducing soil temperature and preventing overheating, especially in warmer climates. It can also deter certain insect pests.
- Metallic Mulch Film: Metallic mulch film reflects light in multiple directions, deterring insect pests such as aphids and whiteflies by confusing them. It can also help in warming the soil.
Benefits of Mulch Film:
- Weed suppression: Mulch film prevents weed growth by blocking sunlight from reaching weed seeds, reducing the need for herbicides and manual weeding.
- Moisture conservation: Mulch film reduces water evaporation from the soil surface, helping to conserve moisture and reduce irrigation needs
- Soil temperature regulation: Mulch film moderates soil temperature, keeping it warmer in cooler climates and cooler in warmer climates, which promotes better plant growth.
- Improved soil structure: Over time, mulch film can contribute to improved soil structure by reducing erosion and compaction.
Availability:
- Available in 2 sided Black and Silver colour or Black and White colour or Pure black colour or any other colour on order
- Available in Oxo-Biodegradable and Non-biodegredable form
- UV protection also available