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Mulching is helpful in

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Increasing soil fertility
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Improvement of soil structure
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Moisture conservation
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Better crops
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Solution

The correct option is C Moisture conservation
Mulching refers to the covering of harvested field with plant litter or polythene of low density, in order to decrease run off, prevent the growth of weeds and retention of water. It protects the roots from seasonal variations.During initial stages of growth, mulching helps to maintain a stable temperature for proliferation of seedling.

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