Fallen leaves, which are discarded every year, have been transformed into a resource that can replace waste plastics, a major nuisance in rural areas. A research team at the Korea Advanced Institute ...

Soil organic matter is crucial for maintaining soil fertility and carbon sequestration, but traditional agricultural practices often lead to its loss. Organic farming attempts to mitigate this issue ...

Although biodegradable mulch films are on the market, it is rare to find one consisting of over 80% plant-based biomass, making this product quite unique. We have developed two main types of ...

GA, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / — Biodegradable mulch films are widely promoted as a sustainable alternative to conventional agricultural plastics, yet their breakdown in soil ...

Biobased sprayable mulch (BSM) films are a potential alternative to herbicides, polyethylene plastic mulch film, and hand weeding for specialty crops. Researchers at the American Society for ...

On a sunny summer day, a soybean field may seem peaceful, even boring. However, Environmental, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Assistant Professor Joy Winbourne knows that something remarkable is going ...

Chili is a vital cash crop in many countries, and Sri Lanka is no exception. As one of the pillar industries of the country’s agriculture, chili not only meets domestic consumption needs but also is ...

Traditional weed barriers can create problems long after they're installed, but one alternative offers a different approach ...

GA, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Biodegradable mulch films are widely promoted as a sustainable alternative to conventional agricultural ...