L’uso della pacciamatura per l’olivo

Technical note on organic mulching in young, high-density olive groves. Summarizes a Università delle Marche trial comparing organic mulching films (perforated/non-perforated) with mechanical weeding. Reports weed cover dynamics, trunk cross-section growth, root density, and soil temperature/moisture effects; mulch reduced weeds markedly, with timing of film placement influencing outcomes. Concludes organic mulching films are a viable alternative to repeated mechanical weeding in early establishment.