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Mulching Sheet from Agro Waste
Summary
Researchers turned farm leftovers—like coconut coir, dry leaves, and crop waste—into biodegradable mulch sheets that could replace plastic sheeting farmers use to cover soil. This matters because plastic mulches break down into microplastics that contaminate soil, crops, and eventually our food supply, so a natural alternative that still retains moisture and blocks weeds could mean cleaner farmland and less plastic ending up on our plates. The approach is also cheap and reuses waste, making it a practical option for farmers to adopt.
The project “Mulching Sheet from Agro Waste” focuses on developing an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to conventional plastic mulching sheets. Agricultural wastes such as coconut coir, dry leaves, and crop residues are utilized as raw materials to produce biodegradable mulching sheets. The primary objective is to reduce environmental pollution caused by plastic mulches and promote sustainable farming practices. The prepared sheet helps in moisture retention, weed suppression, and soil temperature regulation, thereby improving crop productivity. Natural binders are used to enhance the strength and durability of the sheet. The methodology involves collection, cleaning, drying, grinding, and sheet formation processes. This project supports waste management by converting agricultural residues into useful products. It is especially beneficial for farmers due to its low cost, easy availability of materials, and environmentally safe nature, making it a sustainable solution for modern agriculture