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mulch
Organic material that is used to protect the soil. Any material, such as straw, sawdust, leaves, plastic film, loose soil, etc., that is spread upon the surface of the soil to protect it and plant roots from the effects of raindrops, soil crusting, freezing, evaporation, etc.
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- Industry/Domain: Agriculture
- Category: Rice science
- Company: IRRI
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