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Research Article

Integrated nutrient management in spring-maize improves yield, nutrient use efficiency and minimizes greenhouse gas intensity

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Pages 2522-2536 | Received 11 Aug 2022, Accepted 17 Dec 2022, Published online: 23 Dec 2022

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