Mulching against climate change
With climate change, South Africa is seeing an increase in the average temperature as well as a decrease in rainfall. Clearly, this presents a multitude of problems for farmers and gardeners.
One of the most effective and well-proven methods of combating these challenges is mulch, a layer of organic material placed on the ground to insulate and nourish the soil.
Mulch offers many advantages. It acts as a shield, protecting soil from intense heat and slowing down evaporation of soil water. Coarser types of mulch enable air flow
