ACTA AGRICULTURAE SCANDINAVICA SECTION B-SOIL AND PLANT SCIENCE

Scope & Guideline

Cultivating Knowledge for a Sustainable Agricultural Future

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of ACTA AGRICULTURAE SCANDINAVICA SECTION B-SOIL AND PLANT SCIENCE with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0906-4710
PublisherTAYLOR & FRANCIS AS
Support Open AccessYes
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1992 to 2024
AbbreviationACTA AGR SCAND B-S P / Acta Agric. Scand. Sect. B-Soil Plant Sci.
Frequency8 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
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AddressKARL JOHANS GATE 5, NO-0154 OSLO, NORWAY

Aims and Scopes

ACTA AGRICULTURAE SCANDINAVICA SECTION B-SOIL AND PLANT SCIENCE focuses on the intersection of soil science and plant biology, emphasizing sustainable agricultural practices and environmental management. The journal aims to provide insights into the complex interactions between soil health, plant growth, and agricultural productivity.
  1. Soil and Plant Interactions:
    Research on the relationships between soil characteristics and plant growth, including nutrient availability, soil structure, and microbial communities.
  2. Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
    Exploration of methods and practices that promote sustainable agriculture, including organic farming, integrated pest management, and conservation agriculture.
  3. Crop Improvement and Management:
    Studies aimed at improving crop yield and quality through genetic, agronomic, and management practices, including breeding and biotechnological approaches.
  4. Environmental Impact Assessment:
    Assessment of the environmental effects of agricultural practices, including greenhouse gas emissions, soil degradation, and biodiversity impacts.
  5. Food Security and Resilience:
    Research focusing on enhancing food security through improved agricultural practices and resilience to climate change and other stresses.
The journal has increasingly highlighted several trending and emerging themes in agricultural research, reflecting contemporary challenges and innovations in soil and plant science.
  1. Soil Carbon Sequestration:
    Research on soil carbon dynamics and strategies for enhancing carbon sequestration in agricultural soils has gained momentum, aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
  2. Biochar and Organic Amendments:
    There is growing interest in the use of biochar and other organic amendments to improve soil fertility and health, as well as to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  3. Precision Agriculture Technologies:
    Emerging studies focus on the application of precision agriculture technologies, such as remote sensing and data analytics, to optimize resource use and enhance crop management.
  4. Plant-Microbe Interactions:
    Research exploring the interactions between plants and soil microorganisms, including beneficial microbes that enhance plant growth and resilience, is increasingly prominent.
  5. Climate Change Adaptation Strategies:
    Emerging themes include adaptation strategies for agriculture in response to climate change, focusing on resilient crop varieties and sustainable land management practices.

Declining or Waning

Over recent years, certain themes within ACTA AGRICULTURAE SCANDINAVICA SECTION B-SOIL AND PLANT SCIENCE have shown a declining trend, reflecting shifts in research priorities and emerging challenges in the agricultural sector.
  1. Traditional Crop Protection Methods:
    There has been a noticeable decline in studies focused on conventional pesticide use and traditional crop protection methods, as the agricultural community increasingly shifts towards integrated pest management and organic practices.
  2. Monoculture Practices:
    Research on monoculture systems has decreased as the focus has shifted towards agroecological practices and diversification strategies that enhance soil health and resilience.
  3. Chemical Fertiliser Dependence:
    There is a waning interest in studies that advocate for heavy reliance on chemical fertilizers, as more research is now directed towards organic amendments and sustainable nutrient management strategies.

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