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Review Papers | Horticulture | India | Volume 13 Issue 1, January 2024 | Rating: 4.5 / 10
Effect of Plastic Mulch and Row Cover in Vegetable Crops
Leua H. N., Zankat S. B.
Abstract: Protected agriculture is a technique used to modify a plant?s natural environment in order to optimize plant growth. Such techniques are often used to protect plants from frost in order to extend the growing season of a crop. Through earlier crop production, growers are able to capitalize on early markets and higher prices. Many leading vegetables are being grown with the same technique. Plastic mulch in combination with row covers has shown in increased yield of several horticultural crops by improving moisture uniformity in the soil and raising air and soil temperatures, thus creating a favorable microclimate for the growth of vegetable crops. For greatest efficiency and economy, mulch and/or row cover must be employed as a part of total production system.
Keywords: Microclimate, Mulch, Protected agriculture and Row cover
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 1, January 2024,
Pages: 183 - 185