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Irrigation, published in 1996. The guideline was developed to define 
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Irrigation, published in 1996. The guideline was developed to define 
            
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water quality requirements for irrigation use across South Africa and 
            
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crop yield, soil sustainability, irrigation infrastructure, and food 
            
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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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potential effects, mitigation options, and treatment considerations. 
            
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national expert consultation, technical review, and stakeholder 
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participation, ensuring that international guideline approaches were 
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participation, ensuring that international guideline approaches were 
            
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adapted to local conditions. The guideline formed part of a broader 
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adapted to local conditions. The guideline formed part of a broader 
            
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national guideline series covering multiple water uses and was 
            
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