Table 2 Selection of Mulches according to Ecological Conditions
From: Potential agricultural and environmental benefits of mulches—a review
Sr. No. | Ecological Situation | Mulches |
|---|---|---|
1 | Rainy season | Perforated mulch |
2 | Orchard and plantation | Thicker mulch |
3 | Soil solarisation | Thin transparent film |
4 | Weed control through solarisation | Transparent film |
5 | Weed control in cropped land | Black film |
6 | Sandy soil | Black film |
7 | Saline water use | Black film |
8 | Summer cropped land | White film |
9 | Insect repellent | Silver colour film |
10 | Early germination | Thinner film |