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* A natural or artificial layer of plant residue or other material on the soil surface. Mulch reduces [[erosion]], conserves soil moisture, inhibits weed growth, and can provide the soil with organic matter as it breaks down. Mulch till prepares the soil so as to leave plant residues (or other mulching materials) on or near the surface. 
* A layer of material (wood chips, straw, leaves, etc.) placed around plants to hold moisture, prevent weed growth, and enrich or sterilize the soil. <br/>Source: [http://www.epa.gov/OCEPAterms/ Terms of the Environment]

[[Category: Agriculture]]
[[Category: Environment]]