As agriculture continues to evolve, more farmers are turning to plasticulture — the use of plastic materials in crop production — to improve yields, conserve water and reduce weed pressure. Whether ...

As the California Drought transitions into its fifth year the situation has gotten dire. Indoor, hydroponic gardens that are fairly water-efficient grow the majority of the top-tier cannabis on the ...

There are two effects of climate change that anyone who eats food should care about: arid soil and torrential downpours. While it seems like the two effects are mutually exclusive, in fact, they are ...

UNIVERSITY PARK, PA - Plasticulture systems, the use of polyethylene mulch on raised beds with drip irrigation, are common in the production of many cucurbit crops in the Northeastern US.

Bridgewater - Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County is offering a "Plasticulture Strawberries" workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 28, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., rain or shine located at 310 Milltown ...

Using plastic sheets for weed control, even under current best management practices, pollutes soil with macro- and micro-plastics and negatively affect critical soil functions, according to a study.

Next week, SVA Galleries presents “Plasticulture: The Rise of Sustainable Practices with Polymers,” an exhibition of works by 15 artists from Project Vortex, an artist collective innovating with ...

Using plastic sheets for weed control, even under current best management practices, pollutes soil with macro- and micro-plastics and negatively affects critical soil functions, according to a study.

Where do your old favorite CDs, plastic toys, and knick-knacks go to die? Or the countless plastic “Thank You” bags and containers from your late-night takeout orders? “Plasticulture: The Rise of ...