Multi-Objective Optimisation of Arable Land Allocation Within Environmental Carrying Capacity
By: Ningning Wei and Bui Thanh Khoa
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/eces-2026-0026 | Journal eISSN: 2084-4549 (formerly 1898-6196) | Journal ISSN: 1898-6196
Language: English
Page range: 501 - 520
Published online: Oct 11, 2026
Published in print: Sep 1, 2026
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