Abstract
Abstract The name 'protected cultivation' involves a series of techniques for the modification of the natural environment of plants, which totally or partially alter the microclimate conditions, with the aim of improving their productive performance. Among the protected cultivation techniques, it is worth noting windbreaks, mulches, low tunnels, direct covers, high tunnels and greenhouses. The main objectives of protected cultivation are, among others, to: protect the crops from harmful temperatures, wind, rain, hail and snow, and from pests, diseases and predators, creating a microclimate that allows for the improvement of their productivity and quality, contributing to a better use of resources. The history and materials used in protected cultivation are also discussed.
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