Effective means must be found for controlling weeds without using chemicals when growing crops organically. Agricultural fabrics by Belton Industries add value and convenience to organic farming practices.
Read on to learn about the benefits of farming organically and using fabrics to assist in the process.
Why Farm Organically?
Organic farming is on the rise. Consumers are becoming increasingly discerning concerning where their food comes from and how natural resources are managed. Growers who export are seeing the benefits of organic certification in large markets like Japan and Europe. The inherent advantages of organically grown food, including improved taste, nutrition, and safety, are significant.
Acres committed to organic farming have risen since 1990 as farming businesses benefit from expanded markets and reduced budgets for chemicals, herbicides, fertilizers, and fossil fuels used to apply these products.
Benefits of Using Fabrics in the Process of Organic Farming
- Elimination or significant reduction of the need for yearly chemical applications.
- Reduced weed growth – less need for cultivation.
- Improved soil moisture retention – less watering.
- Lessened soil erosion – minimized need for fertilization.
- Energy savings are due to less cultivation, watering, and chemical application.
Why Choose Belton Products?
Our fabrics can be modified to increase productivity. Higher yields and better appearance of fruits and vegetables increase sales. Also, Belton fabrics are made to last longer with high Ultraviolet additives and unique reinforcing fabric edge treatments, which help the materials resist damage due to wind and rain.
The Belton Industries Edge
What’s so special about our agricultural fabric? First, we have the edge—many fabrics have specially designed reinforced bands along the perimeters. These bands are necessary to ensure robustness in wear-and-tear situations. The fabric edge is usually attached or secured to fixed structures and is prone to tearing. Our edges have a higher yarn density and different weave patterns to strengthen this most vulnerable part of the fabric.
Further information on organic farming practices may be found on the USDA website. Want to find a source for purchasing woven fabrics? Visit the Belton Industries site for a list of agriculture product descriptions and distributors.
Belton Industries is a specialty fabric weaver for various industrial, military, agricultural, civil engineering, and environmental applications. We are the sole supplier for many of our customers and offer customization services. If you have questions about using or purchasing agricultural fabrics or any of our other products, please feel free to contact us.
