Products
Biodegradable Agricultural Plastic Mulch
Biodegradable Agricultural Plastic Mulch (BDM) is a sustainable, high-performance soil covering designed to replicate the agronomic benefits of traditional polyethylene (PE) mulch while eliminating the environmental burden of plastic waste.
Select Lift Capacity
1.5T
For Small Car
Under 1,500 lbs
2.5T
For Truck
Under 2,500 lbs
3.5T
Heavy Duty
Under 3,500 lbs
$265.00
USD - per unit
✓ FREE shipping when you order 2 or more Plastic J-Jacks
Pay today (30% deposit): $10.50 — balance invoiced before shipping
Product Description
- Biodegradable Agricultural Plastic Mulch (BDM) is a sustainable, high-performance soil covering designed to replicate the agronomic benefits of traditional polyethylene (PE) mulch while eliminating the environmental burden of plastic waste.
- Engineered from advanced bio-based polymers such as polylactic acid (PLA), starch-based compounds, and polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT), this mulch film is designed to remain stable throughout the growing season.
- Unlike standard plastic, it is formulated to be tilled directly into the soil after harvest, where it is metabolized by naturally occurring microorganisms—such as bacteria and fungi—into carbon dioxide, water, and microbial biomass.
Product Features
- Labor-Saving In Situ Disposal: The film eliminates the intensive labor, time, and costs associated with end-of-season mulch removal, as it can be ploughed directly back into the earth.
- Total Soil Health Protection: By degrading fully without leaving persistent microplastic residues, BDM maintains the long-term productivity and microbiological balance of agricultural land.
- Optimized Growing Microclimate: The film effectively regulates soil temperature—raising it for warm-season crops—while conserving moisture by reducing evaporation by up to 90%.
- Integrated Weed and Pest Management: Opaque color variants block sunlight to suppress weed growth without chemical herbicides, while specialized reflective coatings can disorient pests like aphids and thrips.
- Standardized Compatibility: Modern biodegradable films are designed to be processed on existing PE film extrusion lines and laid using standard tractor-mounted mulch laying equipment.
Specification
Technical Specifications and Functionality
- Thickness and Durability: Available in ultra-thin gauges typically ranging from 15 to 25 microns (0.6 to 1.0 mil), providing high tensile strength and puncture resistance for mechanical installation.
- Degradation Timeline: Engineered to meet standards such as EN 17033, requiring at least 90% biodegradation within 24 months of soil incorporation.
- Radiometric Properties: High-precision manufacturing allows for specific light transmission and absorption rates, with “infrared transmitting” models heating soil like clear mulch while maintaining weed control.
- Material Composition: Standard Chinese market compounds often utilize PBAT/PLA blends for a balance of flexibility, moisture resistance, and reliable decomposition.
Market Models and Variations:
Biodegradable mulch, offering several specialized models tailored to diverse climatic and crop needs:
| Model / Type | Transparency | Primary Practical Value |
| Clear mulch | Transparent | Heats the soil and helps to retain water. |
| Black mulch | Opaque | Retains heat and suppresses weed growth. |
| Biodegradable mulch | Varies | Environmentally friendly; degrades naturally after use. |
| Black/Silver mulch | Opaque | Reflects light to repel insects and cools the soil. |
| Black/White mulch | Opaque | Reflects light and keeps the soil cooler than black mulch. |
| TIF Barrier mulch | Opaque | High barrier for fumigants and moisture retention. |
| Perforated mulch | Varies | Allows for better aeration and water penetration. |
| Black/Yellow mulch | Opaque | Specifically used to attract/repel pests (like aphids) while managing soil temp. |
| Yellow/Brown mulch | Translucent / Opaque | Combined pest attraction (yellow) with infrared soil warming (brown). |
Ideal Use Cases
Biodegradable agricultural mulch is most effective in high-value specialty crop production and sustainable farming environments:
- Commercial Vegetable and Fruit Production: Essential for crops such as tomatoes, strawberries, melons, and peppers to improve yield, fruit quality, and early harvest potential.
- Organic and Sustainable Horticulture: A preferred alternative to petroleum-based plastics for growers aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and microplastic pollution.
- Water-Stressed Regions: Critical in arid or semi-arid climates to maximize water-use efficiency and reduce the dependency on intensive irrigation.
- High-Rainfall Areas: Effectively reduces soil erosion and protects valuable agrochemicals and fertilizers from being leached out of the root zone.
FAQ
Products are shipped through certified logistics providers using Ground, Air, or Sea Freight, depending on the delivery location and fulfillment method. Each unit is securely packed to protect against damage during transit. Delivery timelines may vary due to carrier schedules, regional regulations, or customs clearance.
Terms & Condition
Related Products
Rating & Reviews
