Tempratur,humidity,and microorgansm in the ground transform into Water, carbon dioxide and biomass. There is no toxic residue left. This biodegradable mulch has the same mechanical and physical characteristics as the plastic mulch without the negative impact on the environment, and there are no removal, recycling and land fill costs. Biodegradable clear mulch Increases soil temperature and allows rapid root growth Prevents erosion from water The Clear BioTelo should only be applied with sweet corn.