Soil Solarization and Biosolarization
Content Source: ATTRA
Resource Explained
Farmers can use solarization to harness the sun's energy, laying clear plastic mulch on moist soil to raise temperatures that kill pests and pathogens. This factsheet provides information about the benefits and drawbacks of solarization on the farm.
Region
Midwest, Northeast/Mid-Atlantic, Northwest, Plains, Southeast, West/Southwest
Topic
Soil Health, Weed Management, Disease Management, Insect/Pest Management
Year Published
2022
