Summary

Mulching is a simple and effective way to improve the health, yield and productivity of
vegetable crops. Bioplastic mulch and straw mulch are two sustainable mulching alternatives
that offer a number of benefits over conventional farming methods in vegetable production .
In our experiment we experimented with the 23-NEPRL-0027 variety of radish .

Benefits of bioplastic and straw mulch:

● Increased crop yields

● Crop protection
● Weed suppression
● Accelerated maturation
● Enhanced water retention in arid regions
● Reduced environmental impact
● Increased crop resilience temperature change

Environmental benefits of bioplastic and straw mulch:

Bioplastic mulch is biodegradable and does not contribute to plastic pollution.

Straw mulch is a renewable resource and helps to reduce soil erosion.
Both bioplastic mulch and straw mulch can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by
improving soil health and reducing the need for irrigation.
Effects on crop yields:

Studies have shown that bioplastic and straw mulch can have a positive impact on crop
yields. For example, one study found that bioplastic mulch increased carrot yields by 20%
and another study found that it increased radish yield
ds by 30%. Straw mulch has also been shown to reduce weed growth in carrots by 50% and
increase soil organic matter content in radishes by 10%. Additionally, straw mulch has been
shown to reduce irrigation water requirements in carrots by 20%.

Conclusion:

Bioplastic and straw mulching are two sustainable mulching alternatives that offer a number
of benefits for vegetable crop farmers. These techniques can help to increase crop yields,
protect crops from pests and diseases, suppress weeds, accelerate maturation, enhance
water retention in arid regions, improve soil fertility, reduce the environmental impact of
mulching, and increase crop resilience to climate change.

In addition to the benefits listed above, bioplastic and straw mulching can also help to:

● Improve air circulation in the soil

● Moderate soil temperature
● Reduce soil erosion
Overall, bioplastic and straw mulching are excellent choices for vegetable crop farmers who
are looking to improve the health and productivity of their crops while also reducing their
environmental impact.