Articles | Volume 12, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/soil-12-295-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/soil-12-295-2026
Original research article
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30 Mar 2026
Original research article |  | 30 Mar 2026

Assessing long-term effects of Tea (Camellia sinensis) cultivation on soil quality in highland agroecosystems: a case study in Lam Dong, Vietnam

Tao Anh Khoi

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Short summary
This study evaluates how long-term tea cultivation affects soil quality and yield in Vietnam's highlands. Results show declines in organic carbon, phosphorus, and water capacity, leading to reduced profitability. The study identifies critical soil thresholds to support sustainable management of tropical tea plantations.
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