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Preface; Contents; Contributors; 1 The World of Plasticulture; Abstract; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 A Brief Introduction to Production Techniques: From Raw Material to Co-extrusion; 1.3 The Active Role of a Plastic Film: Micro-climate Management; 1.4 Technical Characteristics: Mechanical, Optical and Thermal Properties; 1.5 Functional Aspects: Anti-drip, Anti-fog, and Anti-mist System; 1.6 Agricultural Films for Mulching, Low Tunnel, and Greenhouse; 1.7 Solarisation Film; 1.8 Virtually Impermeable Film (VIF) and Totally Impermeable Film (TIF)
1.9 The Role of a Plastic Film in Photosynthetic Process1.10 Photo-Selective Films for Saving Water in Agriculture; 1.11 Quality Control and European Rules as References; References; 2 Biodegradable and Biobased Plastics: An Overview; Abstract; 2.1 Biodegradability-The Science; 2.2 Measuring and Reporting Biodegradability; 2.3 International Standards for Biodegradability; 2.4 Misleading Claims of Biodegradability; 2.5 U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Green Guides [5]; 2.6 Biobased Plastics; 2.7 Application; 2.8 Conclusions; References
3 Biodegradable Materials in Agriculture: Case Histories and PerspectivesAbstract; 3.1 State of the Art of Different Applications of Plastic in Agriculture; 3.1.1 Market Data on Plastic Applications in Agriculture; 3.1.2 The Role of Research in the Development of Innovation in Biodegradable Tools for the Agricultural Sector; 3.2 Case History: The Greenhouse; 3.2.1 Plastic Materials in Greenhouses; 3.2.2 Case History: The Business Case of Compostable Clips in Dutch Greenhouses; 3.3 Case History: The Orchard; 3.3.1 Plastic Materials in Orchards
3.3.2 Case History: The Business Case of Biodegradable Pheromone Dispensers in Italian Orchards3.4 Case History: Agrotextile Applications in Forestry and Agriculture; 3.5 Developments; 3.5.1 New Perspective of Bioplastics for Irrigation Drip Tubes; 3.5.2 New Perspective of Bioplastics for Silage Covers; 3.6 Conclusions and Perspectives; References; 4 Agronomic Effects of Biodegradable Films on Crop and Field Environment; Abstract; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Biodegradable Mulching; 4.2.1 Mechanical Laying and Mechanical Performance; 4.2.2 Effects on Vegetable Crops; 4.2.2.1 Effects on Tomato
4.2.2.2 Effects on Pepper and Aubergine4.2.2.3 Effects on Cucurbit Crops; 4.2.2.4 Effects on Strawberry, Lettuce and Other Crops; 4.2.3 Effects on Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.2.3.1 Specific Features of Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.2.3.2 Mulching in Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.3 Other Uses of Films on Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.3.1 Trunk/Bark Protection; 4.3.2 Containers for Planting Trees; 4.3.3 Fruit Protection Bags; 4.3.4 Grafting Strips; 4.3.5 Reflecting Materials; 4.3.6 Holding Crowns and Hail Nets; 4.4 Soil Solarisation with Biodegradable Films; 4.5 Future Prospects and Perspectives
1.9 The Role of a Plastic Film in Photosynthetic Process1.10 Photo-Selective Films for Saving Water in Agriculture; 1.11 Quality Control and European Rules as References; References; 2 Biodegradable and Biobased Plastics: An Overview; Abstract; 2.1 Biodegradability-The Science; 2.2 Measuring and Reporting Biodegradability; 2.3 International Standards for Biodegradability; 2.4 Misleading Claims of Biodegradability; 2.5 U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Green Guides [5]; 2.6 Biobased Plastics; 2.7 Application; 2.8 Conclusions; References
3 Biodegradable Materials in Agriculture: Case Histories and PerspectivesAbstract; 3.1 State of the Art of Different Applications of Plastic in Agriculture; 3.1.1 Market Data on Plastic Applications in Agriculture; 3.1.2 The Role of Research in the Development of Innovation in Biodegradable Tools for the Agricultural Sector; 3.2 Case History: The Greenhouse; 3.2.1 Plastic Materials in Greenhouses; 3.2.2 Case History: The Business Case of Compostable Clips in Dutch Greenhouses; 3.3 Case History: The Orchard; 3.3.1 Plastic Materials in Orchards
3.3.2 Case History: The Business Case of Biodegradable Pheromone Dispensers in Italian Orchards3.4 Case History: Agrotextile Applications in Forestry and Agriculture; 3.5 Developments; 3.5.1 New Perspective of Bioplastics for Irrigation Drip Tubes; 3.5.2 New Perspective of Bioplastics for Silage Covers; 3.6 Conclusions and Perspectives; References; 4 Agronomic Effects of Biodegradable Films on Crop and Field Environment; Abstract; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Biodegradable Mulching; 4.2.1 Mechanical Laying and Mechanical Performance; 4.2.2 Effects on Vegetable Crops; 4.2.2.1 Effects on Tomato
4.2.2.2 Effects on Pepper and Aubergine4.2.2.3 Effects on Cucurbit Crops; 4.2.2.4 Effects on Strawberry, Lettuce and Other Crops; 4.2.3 Effects on Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.2.3.1 Specific Features of Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.2.3.2 Mulching in Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.3 Other Uses of Films on Fruit Crops and Vineyards; 4.3.1 Trunk/Bark Protection; 4.3.2 Containers for Planting Trees; 4.3.3 Fruit Protection Bags; 4.3.4 Grafting Strips; 4.3.5 Reflecting Materials; 4.3.6 Holding Crowns and Hail Nets; 4.4 Soil Solarisation with Biodegradable Films; 4.5 Future Prospects and Perspectives