Plasticulture Magazine 1999 – N° 117-118

Plasticulture Magazine 1999 – N°117

Explore the 1999 edition of Plasticulture Magazine, focused on the effects of innovative additives on polyethylene greenhouse films. This issue presents detailed research on photochromatic and thermochromatic stabilizers, offering insights into their impact on film durability and plant productivity. It also covers strawberry cultivation in China under various plasticulture systems, the environmental impact and recycling of used agricultural plastics, and new polyolefin materials for advanced applications. A rich source of technical expertise and global perspectives on sustainable plastic use in agriculture.

Plasticulture Magazine 1999 – N°118

Explore the 1999 edition of Plasticulture Magazine, a pivotal resource highlighting plasticulture innovations in pest control, soil solarization, and sustainable farming. This issue features field trials on muskmelon using polyethylene mulches, floating row covers, and microtunnels to reduce aphid and whitefly populations while increasing yields. Discover the use of non-woven covers for virus exclusion in squash, thermal films for improved soil heating, and insights into pesticide residues on used plastics. With global reports from France, Israel, Kenya, and Switzerland, this edition is a must-read for professionals aiming to optimize crop protection and environmental impact.