Horticulture & Specialty Crops
Soil Solarization Checklist
Use this checklist for soil solarization. It helps growers prepare beds, cover them, and monitor results during the warm season. Use a fresh copy each season and keep old ones for comparison.
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What is on this checklist
- Pick beds and a sunny period
- Remove debris and level the soil
- Till and smooth the surface
- Irrigate before covering
- Lay clear plastic tightly
- Seal edges with soil
- Check for tears
- Remove plastic and record results
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA NRCS.
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