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A simulation and optimization approach for evaluating irrigation information

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  • Botes, J. H. F.
  • Bosch, D. J.
  • Oosthuizen, L. K.

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  • Botes, J. H. F. & Bosch, D. J. & Oosthuizen, L. K., 1996. "A simulation and optimization approach for evaluating irrigation information," Agricultural Systems, Elsevier, vol. 51(2), pages 165-183, June.
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    5. Mayer, D. G. & Belward, J. A. & Burrage, K., 2001. "Robust parameter settings of evolutionary algorithms for the optimisation of agricultural systems models," Agricultural Systems, Elsevier, vol. 69(3), pages 199-213, September.

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