Biodegradable crop soil cover yields more, wastes less

On a pineapple farm in Peddie in the Eastern Cape, a field trial of biodegradable mulch films showcases how science can serve sustainability. Funded by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) through the South African Circular Economy Demonstration Fund and led by the CSIR, the project demonstrates how innovation can reduce plastic waste in farming, boost crop performance and build a greener, more resilient agricultural sector. #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #AgriInnovation #CSIR #DSTI #GreenFarming