By reducing evaporation, mulching helps conserve soil moisture, which is beneficial for plant growth, especially in dry conditions.
Mulching prevents the loss of
Asked in WBCS Main Paper 4 2019 · Topic: Water Conservation (Domestic Water Conservation Practices and Water-Saving Appliances)
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