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New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research Volume 28, 1985 - Issue 4
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Fertilisers and soil science

Release of phosphorus from sheep faeces on grazed, hill country pastures

J. S. Rowarth Fertiliser and Lime Research Centre, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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A. G. Gillingham MAF, Whatawhata Hill Country Research Station, Private Bag, Hamilton, New Zealand
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R. W. Tillman Fertiliser and Lime Research Centre, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
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J. K. Syers Fertiliser and Lime Research Centre, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Pages 497-504 | Received 23 Aug 1984, Published online: 21 Dec 2011

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