Mico’s performance polymers provide a wide range of benefits that allow the fabrication of mulch films with improved toughness on tensile, tear and dart impact strength. These high integrity mulch films are easy to process and provide downgauging opportunities for a more sustainable solution.
When Performance is required, mulch films perform under the very toughest conditions by offering:
Due to the high durability at thinner gauges they can withstand all types of weather. Allowing the dart, MD tear, tensile strength and puncture resistance to be tailored to meet the applications’ needs, our film offers specific attributes:
MICO Xtreme Mulch film – offers an unrivaled property combination of extreme high dart, outstanding tear, and excellent tensile strength. Offers superior performance through high toughness, dart and tear.
Mulching can be explained as the method of covering the soil surface in the region of the plants to create congenial conditions for the growth of crop.
Plastic mulches keep ripening of fruits off the soil. This reduced contact with the soil decreases fruit rot as well as keeps the fruit and vegetables clean. This is beneficial for the production of strawberries, for example.
The use of plastic mulch creates a practically weed free area around the plant, removing the need for cultivation except between the rows of plastic. Root damage associated with cultivation is therefore eliminated. Due to these factors, the use of plastic mulch can lead to an improvement in the overall growth of the plant.
Plastic mulches prevent sunlight from reaching the soil directly, which can inhibit most annual and perennial weeds. Clear plastics do not prevent weed growth. Holes in the mulch for plants tend to be the only pathway for weeds to grow.
Plastic mulches reduce the amount of water lost from the soil due to evaporation. This means less water will be needed for irrigation. Plastic mulches also aid in evenly distributing moisture to the soil which reduces plant stress.
Mulch film is a versatile tool that can be used to improve crop yields and quality. It is a sustainable agricultural practice that can help to conserve water, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
Mulch film is a valuable tool for farmers of all sizes. It is a relatively inexpensive way to improve crop yields and quality. Mulch film is also a sustainable agricultural practice that can help to conserve resources and protect the environment. I encourage you to learn more about mulch film and consider using it on your farm.