Biodegradable Mulch Film

BioBags biodegradable mulch film is sold under the name BioAgri. BioAgri mulch film can be delivered in many different sizes and qualities, all depending on the type of crop that is going to be cultivated. Contact us for specific product information by using the brown text-box on this page.

BioAgri is produced of Mater-Bi®, a bioplastic raw material created by complexing starch with polyesters. BioAgri is certified as biodegradable and compostable. The proven biodegradability in soil, allows the use of BioAgri mulch film to be a genuine contribution to a better environment. BioBag cooperates with International universities and research institutions to continually develop the characteristics of the BioAgri film.

Advantages for Farmers

Increase soil temperature

Speed up the germination and cultivation cycles

Long-term nutritious soil

Cost and labour efficient

Eliminate or reduce the use of herbicides and pesticides

Reduce water consumption

Keep fertilizers and nutrients closer to the plant

Prevent fruits & vegetables from direct contact with the soil

About BioAgri Mulch Film

BioAgri mulch films compared to traditional plastic:

Biodegradable in soil

Customized life span, tailored for different crops

No removal necessary

No disposal costs

No residues like traditional plastic in the field

Faster access to the field

An efficient alternative, in both agronomic and environmental terms to traditional plastic film

Saves time and therefore costs required to remove and dispose of traditional plastic film

Offers a family of grades fit for purpose

Application

BioAgri is biodegradable in soil and has an average life span of 1 – 24 months, depending on the climate and temperatures.

Applications with excellent test results for BioAgri:

Onion

Melon

Cabbage

Strawberry

Squash

Lettuce

Vines

Flowers and plants

Mechanization

The laying of the film can be performed with the same equipment used for traditional plastic mulching films, being careful to reduce the tension of the roll during operation.

Faster access to field after harvest

Decrease of pollution caused by PE plastic in our environment

Good LCA values

Certifications

Certified Compostable according to the European Standard EN 13432 and the US Standard ASTM D6400.