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Assessing sustainability of low-external-input farm management systems with the nutrient monitoring approach: a case study in Kenya

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  • van Wijk, M. S.
  • Vlaming, J.
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  • De Jager, A. & Onduru, D. & van Wijk, M. S. & Vlaming, J. & Gachini, G. N., 2001. "Assessing sustainability of low-external-input farm management systems with the nutrient monitoring approach: a case study in Kenya," Agricultural Systems, Elsevier, vol. 69(1-2), pages 99-118.
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