African Journal of
Agricultural Research

  • Abbreviation: Afr. J. Agric. Res.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 1991-637X
  • DOI: 10.5897/AJAR
  • Start Year: 2006
  • Published Articles: 6860

Full Length Research Paper

Characterizing the cycle of heavy metals in horticultural production for Mbare Musika in Harare, Zimbabwe

S. Kodani
  • S. Kodani
  • Research Services Department, Fertilizer, Farm Feeds and Remedies Institute, Harare, Zimbabwe.
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  •  Received: 27 February 2023
  •  Accepted: 21 April 2023
  •  Published: 30 June 2023

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