Soil Micronutrient Variability in Smallholder Farming Systems

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Daniel U. Effiom · University of Calabar, Nigeria

Reviewer 1 · Dr. Michael A. Etim, University of Uyo

Submitted 30 July 2026 · Recommendation: Minor Revision

The sampling design across nine locations is appropriate and the micronutrient assays are well documented. I’d like the compositing procedure in Section 2.2 clarified — it isn’t clear whether sub-samples were pooled per plot or per farm. Otherwise ready for publication with minor polish.

Reviewer 2 · Dr. Grace N. Okon, University of Calabar

Submitted 4 August 2026 · Recommendation: Minor Revision

Solid contribution with clear practical relevance for extension planning. Please expand the discussion of zinc and boron variability relative to soil pH in Section 4 — it’s mentioned only in passing despite being one of the more interesting findings.

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