AFRICAN JOURNAL OF RANGE & FORAGE SCIENCE
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Innovation in Range and Forage Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainable Rangeland Management:
Research that addresses the sustainable use and management of rangelands, including the impacts of grazing, fire management, and ecological restoration practices. - Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity:
Studies exploring the multifaceted ecosystem services provided by rangelands, including biodiversity conservation, carbon sequestration, and water regulation. - Pastoralism and Livelihoods:
Investigations into the socio-economic dimensions of pastoralism, including the relationship between livestock management practices and the livelihoods of pastoral communities. - Forage Quality and Animal Nutrition:
Research focusing on the nutritional quality of forage species and their implications for livestock production and animal health. - Climate Change and Environmental Impact:
Studies assessing the effects of climate change on rangeland ecosystems and developing strategies for resilience and adaptation. - Innovative Management Practices:
Research promoting innovative practices in rangeland and forage management, including the use of technology and participatory approaches.
Trending and Emerging
- Remote Sensing and Technological Applications:
There is a growing trend in the use of remote sensing technologies for estimating biomass and assessing vegetation health, reflecting a shift towards data-driven management strategies. - Multifunctionality of Rangelands:
Research is increasingly addressing the multifunctional roles of rangelands beyond traditional grazing, including ecosystem services like carbon storage, water filtration, and recreational opportunities. - Climate Resilience and Adaptation Strategies:
Emerging studies focus on climate change impacts and adaptation strategies for rangeland management, emphasizing the need for resilience in pastoral systems. - Participatory Approaches in Rangeland Management:
There is an increasing emphasis on participatory methods that involve local communities in the management and assessment of rangelands, highlighting the importance of stakeholder engagement. - Diversity and Composition of Forage Species:
Research is increasingly exploring the diversity and composition of forage species, particularly in the context of changing climatic conditions and land use practices.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Perspectives on Fire Management:
Although fire management remains a critical aspect of rangeland ecology, studies focusing solely on historical fire regimes and their impacts have decreased, indicating a potential shift towards more integrative approaches that combine fire management with other ecological factors. - Traditional Knowledge Systems:
Research that emphasizes indigenous knowledge systems in rangeland management appears to be waning, possibly overshadowed by empirical studies that prioritize scientific approaches over traditional practices. - Geographical Specificity in Studies:
Papers focusing on specific geographical regions, such as localized studies of rangeland management in isolated areas, have become less prominent. The journal may be trending towards broader, more generalizable studies that apply across multiple contexts.
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