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Research Articles

Improving soil chemical properties and okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) yield through complementary applications of biochar, and organic and inorganic fertilizers

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Pages 2530-2542 | Received 15 Dec 2023, Accepted 07 May 2024, Published online: 20 May 2024

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