Abstract: Disclosed is a cover devised to be positioned on a body, especially sod, in order to deflect light and to minimize the build up of heat under the cover, while retaining moisture so as to not to hasten the decay of the body. This cover comprises an inner surface which contacts the body, and an outer surface, wherein the inner surface is of an opaque dark color to minimize heat build up and the outer surface is of an opaque pale color to deflect light. The inner and outer surfaces are produced by co-extrusion. As such, the cover is specifically designed to increase the shelf-life of sod, especially during its storage and transportation.