What’s different with Teramax’s approach
Sole focus on mulch film
We don’t make bags, liners, or packaging. Our R&D and field time goes into one thing: making compostable mulch film that behaves predictably in Australian conditions.
Consistency by design
Our formulation and QA aim to reduce sensitivity to hot/wet/cool anomalies. The goal is a flatter performance curve during the crop, followed by a deliberate transition to brittleness near the end of the cycle — so incorporation is clean and fast.
Certified home compostable
We pursue certification that tests timeframes and soil outcomes, not just whether a material eventually degrades. Post-test soils must be clear of microplastics and toxins and earthworm safe.
Manufacturing quality
Mulch film isn’t a commodity for us. Thin spots or dye lines can become failure points in the field. We work with high-capacity, specialist lines and tight QA to deliver roll-to-roll consistency across kilometre-length runs.
What you should expect in the paddock
- During the crop: familiar lay and handling, weed suppression, moisture retention that’s comparable to plastic.
- At end-of-life: film becomes brittle by design; disc in without catching.
- After incorporation: microbes and environment complete the breakdown over the following months; no toxic residues.
Transparent field demos
We regularly set up side-by-side comparisons with conventional plastic. In one recent demo, we left sections uncanopied for ~12 weeks to show resilience under UV exposure (not a recommended practice, but a useful proof point).
The take-home: the film remains serviceable through the crop window, then transitions when you need it to.
Where the market is heading
Retailers, auditors and communities are applying new pressure to cut single-use plastics. With commercially ready compostable alternatives now available, adoption is accelerating and growers are looking for proof, not promises.
That’s why our content, site visits and on-farm support are core to how we operate.
Plan ahead
Peak season demand and a 10–12 week lead time mean forward orders are the safest path.
Chat with our team about timing, widths and bed layouts today!
