Enhancing crop yield and conserving soil moisture through mulching practices in dryland agriculture

• Published in: Frontiers in agronomy Vol. 6
• Main Authors: Demo, Addis Hailu, Asefa Bogale, Girma
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A 27.03.2024
• Subjects: dry land; mulch; organic matter; soil moisture; soil-water conservation

Dryland agriculture requires the efficient utilization of water resources and the implementation of water-conserving technologies. Mulching is a water conservation practice used in arid land areas to preserve soil moisture, control temperature, and minimize soil evaporation rates. Organic mulching m...