How can the use of plastics in agriculture become more sustainable?

It is impossible to imagine modern agriculture without plastics. 12 million tons are used every year. But what about the consequences for the environment? An international team of authors led by Thilo Hofmann from the Division of Environmental Geosciences at the University of Vienna addresses this question in a recent study in Communications Earth & Environment. The research shows the benefits and risks of using plastics in agriculture, and identifies solutions that ensure their sustainable use.