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long\u2011term impacts of irrigation water quality and incorporated 
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long\u2011term impacts of irrigation water quality and incorporated 
            
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South African climatic, soil, and agricultural conditions. Guideline 
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South African climatic, soil, and agricultural conditions. Guideline 
            
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