Changes induced by plastic film mulches on soil temperature and their relevance in growth and fruit yield of pickling cucumber

Torres-Olivar, Vicente; Ibarra-Jiménez, Luis; Cárdenas-Flores, Antonio; Lira-Saldívar, Ricardo Hugo; Valenzuela-Soto, José Humberto; Castillo-Campohermoso, Marco Antonio

doi:10.1080/09064710.2017.1367836

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“…Este comportamiento se corroboró, ya que se tuvo mayor temperatura del suelo al emplear acolchado plástico respecto al suelo sin acolchar en los dos ciclos evaluados (Tabla 1). Al respecto, se sabe que la variación de la temperatura del suelo depende del color de plástico empleado y de la capacidad de éste para transmitir la radiación solar y el calor producido al interior del suelo (Haapala et En diversos estudios se ha indicado que los acolchados mejoran el crecimiento y rendimiento de las plantas debido a que estos incrementan la temperatura del suelo, conservan la humedad del suelo y ayudan a mejorar la disponibilidad de nutrientes para la planta (Torres et al 2017, Sharmila y Singh 2020. En este trabajo, el área foliar, la biomasa seca aérea y el rendimiento del cultivo de melón en los dos ciclos de cultivo fueron mayor en las plantas desarrolladas sobre los acolchados plásticos en relación a las plantas sembradas en suelo sin acolchar (Tabla 2).…”

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Efectos del color del acolchado plástico en la producción de melón: dos ciclos

Hernández-Pérez¹,

Torres-Olivar²,

García-Santiago³

et al. 2021

Ecosist. Recur. Agropec.

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El objetivo del estudio fue determinar el efecto de los acolchados plásticos en la temperatura del suelo, crecimiento, rendimiento, fotosíntesis y conductancia estomática del cultivo de melón en dos ciclos. Los tratamientos evaluados fueron: acolchado plástico azul (APA), acolchado plástico negro (APN), acolchado plástico aluminio (APL), acolchado plástico blanco (APB) y suelo sin acolchar (testigo). En el segundo ciclo el APL fue sustituido por acolchado plástico rojo (APR). Los resultados muestran que la temperatura del suelo fue mayor en APA, APN y APR. La biomasa seca en APA, APN y APL; mientras que, el área foliar y rendimiento fueron similares en los diferentes colores de acolchado en los dos ciclos de cultivo evaluado. La fotosíntesis neta y conductancia estomática fueron afectadas por el color del acolchado a los 45 y 60 días después de la siembra (dds).

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Efectos del color del acolchado plástico en la producción de melón: dos ciclos

Hernández-Pérez¹,

Torres-Olivar²,

García-Santiago³

et al. 2021

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“…In SM, higher SOC mineralization is expected from available C−inputs, leading to a higher acidification in SM than in PM [63]. In PM instead, it is assumed that the higher soil temperature monitored under PM in this and other studies (e.g., Torres−Olivar, et al [64]) led to higher soil microbial activity as well (e.g., Allison, et al [65]), while gas exchange is presumably reduced under PM [66]. This could have resulted in more reducing conditions, because of oxygen depletion, which are accompanied by an increase in soil pH [67].…”

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Effects of Plastic versus Straw Mulching Systems on Soil Microbial Community Structure and Enzymes in Strawberry Cultivation

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This study aimed to evaluate changes in abundance, structure, and enzyme activity of the soil microbiome in response to 4 years of mulching using either black polyethylene plastic film (PM) or wheat straw (SM). Soil samples (depth 0–5 and 5–10 cm) were collected from conventional strawberry plots, in two samplings: 1 week prior (S1) and 7 weeks after straw application (S2). Selected soil properties were monitored in each system and the abundance and structure of microbial communities were characterized via phospholipid fatty acid (PLFA) analysis. The investigation of soil microbial functions included activities of the enzymes chitinase, leucine aminopeptidase, and acid phosphatase, as well as function genes involved in nitrogen transformation. Each mulch system resulted in distinct physicochemical properties. In particular, a pH value higher by one-unit under PM (7.6 ± 0.3) compared to SM (6.5 ± 0.3) was observed. Values for SOC, DOC, and total-N were 15%, 22%, and 16% higher in PM than in SM. The microbial biomass (total PLFAs) was 1.5-fold higher in SM compared to PM. The abundance of soil fungi (F) and bacteria (B) increased by 37% and 44% after straw incorporation compared to PM (S2). In particular, Gram-negative bacteria (gr–) increased by twofold in SM. Consequently, wider F:B and gr+:gr– ratios were observed in PM. According to the shifts in microbial abundance, the activity of the enzyme chitinase was lower by 27% in PM, while the activity of the acid phosphatase increased by 32%. Denitrification genes were not affected by the mulching systems. In conclusion, the abundance and structure of the investigated microbial groups and the enzyme activities were strongly influenced by the mulching system. In detail, effects on microbiota were primarily attributed to the altered soil pH and probably the input of degradable organic matter with straw mulching in SM. This resulted in higher abundance of soil microorganisms in SM, although measures within this cultivation system such as fungicide application may have exerted adverse effects on the microbiota.

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“…Increase soil temperature Cucumber (Torres-Olivar et al, 2018) Increase soil temperature Maize (Xiukang et al, 2015) Boost soil temperature Maize (Li et al, 2012) polyethylene mulched plots than white-on-black Lettuce (Gheshm and Brown, 2020) polyethylene or bare surface plots…”

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“…The soil temperatures rose with the application of plastic mulching Maize Reduce soil temperature Maize Increase soil temperature Potato (Zhao et al, 2012) Increase soil temperature Maize Compostable film as mulch Maximize soil temperature Maize (Li et al, 2012) Reduce soil temperature Tomatoes (Jia et al, 2020) Boost soil temperature Different crops (Chen N. et al, 2021) Compost mulch Maximize soil temperature - (Guo et al, 2020) Silver/black plastic mulch Increase soil temperature Cucumber (Torres-Olivar et al, 2018) an allergenic impact and produce toxic compounds that are good for weed control. Additionally, the habitat generated by mulch is excellent for beneficial bacteria that feed on weed species or seeds from weeds (Chalker-Scott, 2007).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Boost the availability of soil moisture (Torres-Olivar et al, 2018) lower water requirements and higher water production (Jat et al, 2015) Sand mulch Increase water content in the soil (Song et al, 2019) Compost created from municipal garbage An 85% rise in the percolation of water (Agassi et al, 1998) Oats straws and olive twigs as mulch less water lost during precipitation (Garcıá-Orenes et al, 2009) Transparent plastic mulch increased humidity in the canopy air and soil water content (Snyder et al, 2015) Black plastic mulch increased soil temperature, moisture content, and maize morphological requirements (Javaid et al, 2022)…”

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Enhancing crop yield and conserving soil moisture through mulching practices in dryland agriculture

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Asefa Bogale

2024

Front. Agron.

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Dryland agriculture requires the efficient utilization of water resources and the implementation of water-conserving technologies. Mulching is a water conservation practice used in arid land areas to preserve soil moisture, control temperature, and minimize soil evaporation rates. Organic mulching minimizes soil deterioration, enhances organic matter, and boosts the soil’s ability to retain water. Mulching can help keep moisture in the root zone, allowing plants to receive water for extended periods. Mulching with composted yard waste led to higher soil nutrient levels, including phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), and organic matter when compared to uncovered soil. Under plastic mulch, soluble nutrients such as nitrate (NO3−), ammonium (NH4+), calcium (Ca2+), magnesium (Mg2+), potassium (K+), and fulvic acid are released as organic matter decomposes, enhancing the soil’s nutrient availability. Mulching has several advantages for dryland agriculture, such as reducing soil water loss, soil erosion, weed growth, water droplet kinetic energy, and competition for nutrients and water with nearby fields. This review article aimed to demonstrate the effectiveness of ground mulching in water conservation. This is particularly important in arid regions where agricultural sustainability is at risk due to drought, heat stress, and the inefficient use of limited water resources during the cropping season. Ground mulching is essential for minimizing surface evaporation and hence decreasing water loss. This review research thoroughly examines the advantages of organic and synthetic mulches in crop production, as well as their use in the preservation of soil and water resources.

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Changes induced by plastic film mulches on soil temperature and their relevance in growth and fruit yield of pickling cucumber

Cited by 12 publications

References 17 publications

Efectos del color del acolchado plástico en la producción de melón: dos ciclos

Efectos del color del acolchado plástico en la producción de melón: dos ciclos

Effects of Plastic versus Straw Mulching Systems on Soil Microbial Community Structure and Enzymes in Strawberry Cultivation

Enhancing crop yield and conserving soil moisture through mulching practices in dryland agriculture

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