Solarization and Tarping for Weed Management on Organic Vegetable Farms in the Northeast USA
Content Source: eOrganic
Resource Explained
Mulching with plastic before planting reduces weed pressure, benefiting high-value crops. Both solarization and tarping methods allow for effective weed control, with options for plastic reuse or transplanting through cut holes.
Region
Northeast/Mid-Atlantic
Topic
Crop Nutrient Management, Weed Management
Category
Vegetables/Fruits
Year Published
2018
