'मल्चिंग' (Mulching) कृषि पद्धतियों से संबंधित एक विधि है। यह निम्नलिखित में से किस मुख्य उद्देश्य को पूरा करती है?

Which of the following processes represents the critical first step in crop production that serves as the foundation for healthy crops?

What is the primary purpose of the scientific and planned methods known as agricultural practices utilized by farmers?