mulching · Yield · Capsicum (peppers)

Results differ41 papers: 39 positive, 2 negative or no effect · 1 pair of papers confirmed to differ

82 claims from these papers; 5 citations between them.

Papers whose results differ, checked claim by claim 1

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Effect of straw mulching, irrigation and fertilizer nitrogen levels on soil hydrothermal regime, water use and yield of hybrid chilli (2008)
increaseMulching increased fresh red chilli yield by 2.4 Mg ha−1.
Pemberian Mulsa dalam Budidaya Cabai Rawit di Lahan Kering: Dampaknya terhadap Hasil Tanaman dan Aliran Permukaan Application of Mulch in Chilli Cultivation at Upland Area: The Impact on Crop Yield and Runoff` (2013)
no changeMulch application did not affect chilli yield.
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How these papers cite each other

5 citations between these papers: 4 on the same side, 1 across the two sides.

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Papers reporting a positive result 39

Influence of the Color of Mulch on Development and Productivity of Peppers · 1995
- positive
  Clear and red mulch gave the earliest pepper yields.
- no effect
  Mulch colour did not significantly change total pepper yield.
Integrated Management Tactics for Frankliniella Thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) in Field-Grown Pepper · 2003
- positive
  UV-reflective mulch increased yield to 24,529 kg/ha versus 15,315 kg/ha with black mulch.
  compared with black mulch
Effect of Mulching and Irrigation Regimes on Chillies ( Capsicum annum L.) · 2003
- positive
  Plastic mulching favourably influenced fresh fruit yield and net returns of chillies compared with unmulched control.
  compared with unmulched control
Integrated Management Tactics for Frankliniella Thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) in Field-Grown Pepper · 2003
- positive
  Yield was significantly higher under UV-reflective mulch (24,529 kg/ha) than under black mulch (15,315 kg/ha)
  compared with black mulch
Effect of irrigation methods/levels and coloured plastic mulches on weeds incidence in capsicum (Capsicum annuum var. Grossum L.) crop · 2004
- positive
  Yellow mulch with 80 per cent drip water improved capsicum yield.
Effect of straw mulching, irrigation and fertilizer nitrogen levels on soil hydrothermal regime, water use and yield of hybrid chilli · 2008
- positive
  Mulching increased fresh red chilli yield by 2.4 Mg ha−1.
- no effect
  Chilli yield with 45 kg N ha−1 plus mulch was the same as with 75 kg N ha−1 without mulch.
  compared with 75 kg N ha−1 without mulch
Effect of mulching with drip irrigation on summer capsicum yield and economics · 2009
- positive
  Drip irrigation with black plastic mulch gave maximum capsicum yield of 9.6 q ha−1.
  compared with all other treatments
Role of bio-fertilizer and mulching on quality fruit prodution of Capsicum under North-West Himalayas · 2010
- positive
  Biofertilizer treatments with black polythene mulch increased fruit yield and number per plot.
Effect of plastic mulch on growth and yield of chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) · 2011
- positive
  Plants on black plastic mulch had the highest yield.
- positive
  Mulching increased the number of fruits per plant.
- positive
  Plants on black plastic mulch had the maximum number of fruits.
- no effect
  Mulching did not affect fruit length, fruit diameter or number of seeds per fruit.
cited by 3 papers here
Genotypic differences in growth, yield and quality attributes of capsicum (Capsicum annuum) under black polyethylene mulch · 2011
- positive
  Mulch increased capsicum yield over unmulched plots by 3.06% to 19.07% depending on genotype.
  compared with unmulched
- positive
  Mulching significantly improved plant growth and fruit yield of capsicum genotypes.
- positive
  Mulch extended harvest duration of capsicum by 29 days, up to 50 days in some genotypes.
EFFECT OF IRON SPRAY AND SOIL MULCHING ON SOME SOIL PROPERTIES AND Capsicum Annvum YIELD UNDER DRIP IRRIGATION SYSTEM · 2011
- positive
  The second iron spray level with organic mulch gave the highest pepper fruit yield, 40.13T/h.
Effect of drip and surface irrigation on yield, water- use-efficiency and economics of capsicum (c apsicum annum l.) Grown under mulch and non mulch conditions in eastern coastal India · 2013
- positive
  The highest capsicum yield of 28.7 t/ha was recorded with 100% net irrigation volume under drip irrigation and plastic mulching.
  compared with other treatments
- positive
  Drip irrigation with LLDPE mulch increased capsicum yield by 57% compared with conventional surface irrigation without mulch.
  compared with conventional surface irrigation without mulch
- positive
  Drip irrigation with LLDPE mulch increased capsicum net seasonal income by 54% compared with conventional surface irrigation without mulch.
  compared with conventional surface irrigation without mulch
- positive
  Drip irrigation without mulch gave the highest benefit-cost ratio (2.44) for capsicum.
- positive
  LLDPE mulch alone could increase capsicum yield by 13% in the absence of drip irrigation.
  compared with absence of drip irrigation system
cited by 1 paper here
Agro-economic potential of capsicum with drip irrigation and mulching · 2014
- positive
  Yield attributes of capsicum were higher with black polythene mulch than with paddy straw mulch.
  compared with paddy straw mulch
- negative
  Least yield attributes of capsicum were measured with no mulch.
cited by 1 paper here
Evaluate the effect of mulches on soil temperature, soil moisture level and yield of capsicum (Capsicum annuum) under drip irrigation system · 2015
- positive
  Black plastic mulch with 100 per cent irrigation gave the next highest capsicum yield, 20000.00 kg/ha, after the maximum.
- positive
  Black plastic mulch with an 80 per cent irrigation level gave the maximum capsicum yield, 20802.40 kg/ha.
- negative
  The minimum capsicum yield was found without mulch under the control irrigation condition.
Efficacy of Geotextile Jute Mulches on Yield, Soil Nutrient Dynamics and Weed Suppression in French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)–Capsicum (Capsicum annum L.) Cropping System · 2017
- positive
  The residual chilli yield was higher in formerly mulched plots.
Population Control of Viruses Insect Vectors in Chili with Plastic Mulch · 2017
- positive
  Silver plastic mulch can improve yields of chili crops.
Drip Fertigation and Black Plastic Mulching for Improved Productivity in Chilli · 2017
- positive
  That treatment produced maximum 287 fruits per plant.
- positive
  That treatment produced maximum dry matter production of 156 kg/ha.
- positive
  The 25 micron mulch plus 120% RDF had highest green chilli yield of 9410 kg/ha.
  compared with other treatments
cites 1 paper here
Influence of Plastic and organic mulching on productivity, growth and weed density in chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) · 2017
- positive
  Double coated black plastic mulch produced maximum fruit weight, 9.99g.
- positive
  Double coated black plastic mulch produced the highest fruit count, 140 per plant.
- positive
  Double coated black plastic mulch produced maximum total fruit yield, 463.08q/ha.
SIFAT KIMIA TANAH, POPULASI BAKTERI PELARUT FOSFAT, DAN HASIL CABAI PADA APLIKASI BEBERAPA JENIS MULSA PADA INCEPTISOL NGEMPLAK, BOYOLALI · 2018
- positive
  Mulch application significantly increased dry plant biomass and fresh fruit weight of chili pepper.
- positive
  Mulch application significantly fastened harvest time of chili pepper.
Influence of integrated weed management on weed dynamics and productivity of chili · 2018
- positive
  The treatment gave highest red ripe fruit yield at 134.7q/ha-1.
  compared with Pendimethalin @ 1.5 l/ha + paddy straw mulch
- positive
  The treatment gave highest dry fruit yield at 22qha-1.
  compared with Pendimethalin @ 1.5 l/ha + paddy straw mulch
- positive
  The treatment gave highest fruits per plant at 73.33.
  compared with Pendimethalin @ 1.5 l/ha + paddy straw mulch
DO ORGANIC AND INORGANIC MULCHES AFFECTS SOIL MOISTURE CONSERVATION AND CROP YIELD · 2019
- positive
  Transparent plastic mulch gave maximum fruit yield of 293g/ plant.
Effect of Plastic Mulch on Growth, Yield and Economics of Chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) under Nimarplains Conditions of Madhya Pradesh · 2019
- positive
  Silver on black plastic mulch gave the maximum net return per hectare (Rs 2, 87, 856/ha) in chilli.
  compared with Farmers practice (without mulch)
- positive
  Silver on black mulch gave fruit length of 16.48 cm, higher than farmers practice in chilli.
  compared with Farmers practice (without mulch)
- positive
  Silver on black plastic mulch gave the maximum benefit cost ratio (2.71) in chilli.
  compared with Farmers practice (without mulch)
- positive
  Silver on black mulch gave 212.80 fruits per plant, higher than farmers practice in chilli.
  compared with Farmers practice (without mulch)
- positive
  Silver on black mulch gave dry chilli yield of 53.50 q/ha, higher than farmers practice.
  compared with Farmers practice (without mulch)
Effects of mulching and zinc on physiological responses and yield of sweet pepper (Capsicum annuum) under high altitude cold desert condition · 2019
- positive
  Mulching and zinc enhanced pepper yield.
Effect of Black Mulching on Growth and Yield of Chilli under Drip Fertigation · 2020
- positive
  Plant growth, number of fruits and yield were higher under all drip irrigation with mulch.
- negative
  Minimum chili yield, 201.95 q/ha, was found with drip irrigation at 100 % ET without mulching.
Effect of Different Types of Mulching Materials on Growth and Yield of Chilli (Capsicum annum L. Cv. Arka Harita) · 2020
- positive
  Plastic mulch gave 743.84 gm fruit yield per plant, above the straw and control values.
  compared with paddy straw mulch
- positive
  Plastic mulch gave 89.66 quintal per hectare yield, above straw and control.
  compared with paddy straw mulch
- positive
  Plastic mulch gave the highest average fruit count, 175.40 per plant, versus straw and control.
  compared with paddy straw mulch
cites 2 papers here
Combination effect of mulch and irrigation schedule on performance of Chilli under drip irrigation condition · 2020
- positive
  Silver/black mulch gave maximum number of fruits/plant.
- positive
  Silver/black mulch gave maximum Fruit diameter.
- positive
  Silver/black mulch gave maximum fruit yield/plant.
- positive
  Silver/black mulch gave maximum fruit length.
- positive
  Silver/black mulch gave maximum Fruit yield per plot.
Effect of different weed control methods on weeds and yield of Chili (Capsicum annum L.) · 2021
- positive
  Pendimethalin with black mulch produced the highest yield of dry fruit of 22q ha-1, followed by paddy straw mulch.
  compared with pendimethalin @ 1.5 l/ha + paddy straw mulch
- positive
  Pendimethalin with black mulch produced the highest yield of red ripe fruit of 134.7 q ha-1, followed by paddy straw mulch.
  compared with pendimethalin @ 1.5 l/ha + paddy straw mulch
- positive
  Pendimethalin with black mulch produced the highest number of fruits per plant of 73.33, followed by paddy straw mulch.
  compared with pendimethalin @ 1.5 l/ha + paddy straw mulch
Effect of Different Mulch Paper on Growth and Yield of Different High Value Vegetables in Bangladesh · 2021
- positive
  Silver over black mulch gave the highest capsicum fruit yield, 34.33 t/ha.
  compared with black and no mulches
Effect of mulch application and watering frequency on growth and production of chilli (Capsicum annum L) · 2021
- positive
  Plastic mulch with daily watering produced the best chilli growth and yield at 13,03 t ha −1.
Effects of mulching and irrigation levels on greenhouse capsicum (Capsicum annuum) · 2021
- positive
  Silver mulch at 100% ETc produced significantly higher capsicum yield of 63-71.6 t/ha.
  compared with yellow mulch
cites 1 paper here
APPLICATION OF CONSERVATION METHODS ON CHILLIES FARMING IN KLUNGKUNG REGENCY · 2021
- positive
  Chilli farmers using plastic mulch had greater income than those using straw mulch.
  compared with straw mulch
- negative
  Plastic mulch cost more than straw mulch.
  compared with straw mulch
Produksi Cabai Merah Hibrida dan Non-Hibrida dengan Penggunaan Mulsa Hitam Perak · 2021
- positive
  Silver black mulch improved fruit number, weight, production and fruit characteristics.
  compared with not applying SBM
Preliminary study on the Effect of NPK (15-15-15) fertilizer and plastic mulch on growth and yield of three chili cultivars grown in field and pot conditions · 2022
- positive
  NPK at 200 kg/ha together with black plastic mulch increased vegetative growth and yield of cultivars DF1 and SA.
- no effect
  Black plastic mulch had no significant influence on the number of fruits harvested.
Technology package of land preparation with solarization and biofertilizer on chili · 2022
- positive
  Delayed planting with biofertilizer increased fruit number by 3.2-11.67 at the third and fourth harvests.
Preliminary Results Detailing the Effect of the Cultivation System of Mulched Ridge with Double Row on Solanaceous Vegetables Obtained by Using the 2ZBX-2A Vegetable Transplanter · 2023
- positive
  MRDR increased capsicum fresh fruit yield by 35.3%.
  compared with TR system
The Effect of Various Kinds of Mulch on the Growth and Production of Chili Plants · 2023
- positive
  Black silver plastic mulch gave the best effect on the growth and production of chili plants.
Effect of Mulch or without Mulch on Growth, Yield, Quality and Economics of Different Intercrops in Kinnow Orchard under Semi-arid Irrigated Conditions · 2023
- positive
  Mulched intercrop plots had higher fruit weight per plant and yield than unmulched plots.
  compared with without mulched plots
- positive
  Mulched intercrop plots had higher plant height or vine length, fruit number and average fruit weight than unmulched plots.
  compared with without mulched plots
ALTERNATIVE OPPORTUNITIES OF SAVING WATER BY APPLYING ORGANIC MULCH TYPES AND IRRIGATION INTERVALS ON CHILI PEPPER · 2023
- positive
  Compost mulch with three-day irrigation achieved the highest net return per feddan.
- positive
  Compost mulch with three-day irrigation achieved the highest revenues, net return and percentage of net return on the invested pound.
- positive
  Compost soil mulching significantly increased vegetative growth and yield traits of chili pepper (Bima F1) relative to bare soil.
  compared with bare soil
Response of different types of mulching materials on growth, yield, weed and disease incidence of capsicum under high altitude rainfed agro-climatic conditions · 2025
- positive
  Black polyethylene mulch gave the highest fruit number of 18.00 per plant.
  compared with treatments studied
- positive
  Black polyethylene mulch gave the highest branch number of 8.00 per plant.
  compared with treatments studied
- positive
  Black polyethylene mulch gave the highest yield per hectare of 20.60 tonnes.
  compared with treatments studied

Papers reporting a negative result or no effect 2

Pemberian Mulsa dalam Budidaya Cabai Rawit di Lahan Kering: Dampaknya terhadap Hasil Tanaman dan Aliran Permukaan Application of Mulch in Chilli Cultivation at Upland Area: The Impact on Crop Yield and Runoff` · 2013
- no effect
  Mulch application did not affect chilli yield.
  compared with without mulch
cites 1 paper here
Productivity Benefits from Plastic Mulch in Vegetable Production Likely to Limit Adoption of Alternate Practices that Deliver Water Quality Benefits: An On-Farm Case Study · 2017
- negative
  Trash and vegetative mulch systems produced up to 43% lower capsicum yields than plastic mulch systems.
  compared with either of the plastic mulch systems

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mulching · Yield · Capsicum (peppers)

Papers whose results differ, checked claim by claim 1

How these papers cite each other

Papers reporting a positive result 39

Papers reporting a negative result or no effect 2

mulching on Capsicum (peppers) against other targets

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