• DINAKAR M K
• DHANUSH M P
• CHANDAN B S
• CHOLARAJU S MOHAN RAJU
• Mrs. ASHA RANI A

The use of mulching, especially plastic mulching is a popular method for conserving soil moisture, controlling weeds, and regulating soil temperature. However, the process of laying mulch paper can be time-consuming and expensive for farmers. To address this issue, a Semi-Automatic Mulch paper laying machine with a hole punching attachment has been developed. This machine is designed to lay plastic mulch paper on prepared plantation beds while simultaneously punching holes at the required measurements. The machine has a mainframe with hoeing blades, hole punching wheels, and punching mechanism, as well as a solar panel and battery assembly. The product is suitable for cultivating crops such as tomatoes, watermelons, muskmelons, and some other hybrid varieties. By using this machine, farmers can reduce labor costs and time spent laying mulching paper while also maintaining moisture in the soil and avoiding demoisturization. This innovative approach will provide a more convenient and efficient way of laying mulching paper while improving crop productivity and reducing water requirements.

Solar powered machine, semi-automatic mulching machine.

"design and fabrication of solar powered mulch laying machine ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no.i866-i871, May-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305937.pdf

"design and fabrication of solar powered mulch laying machine ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no. ppi866-i871, May-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2305937.pdf