Plastic mulches can help strawberry crops, but they can also harm the environment. Some farmers use biodegradable mulch instead of plastic. A study asked strawberry growers in California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Mid-Atlantic about their experiences. California farmers like biodegradable mulch more, and some think plastic mulch is bad for the soil. Most growers want to know more about biodegradable mulch. The study suggests ways to help farmers use biodegradable mulch for their strawberries.