AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD SCIENCE
Scope & Guideline
Connecting global researchers to revolutionize food systems.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
Research on sustainable methods in agriculture, including organic farming, integrated pest management, and crop rotation strategies, aimed at enhancing productivity while minimizing environmental impact. - Crop and Soil Management:
Studies focused on soil health, fertility management, and the effects of various amendments on crop yield and quality, addressing issues such as nitrogen leaching and soil structure. - Animal Husbandry and Welfare:
Investigations into livestock management practices, animal welfare, and nutrition, including the effects of feed composition on meat quality and overall animal health. - Food Quality and Safety:
Research into the quality attributes of agricultural products, including post-harvest processing, storage conditions, and the impact of agricultural practices on food safety. - Climate Change and Adaptation Strategies:
Exploration of agricultural responses to climate change, including crop resilience, adaptation strategies, and the implications for food security. - Technological Innovations in Agriculture:
Application of advanced technologies such as machine learning, remote sensing, and biostimulants in enhancing agricultural productivity and efficiency.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Resilience and Adaptation:
Increasing research on practices and technologies that enhance the resilience of crops and livestock to climate variability, reflecting the urgent need to address climate change impacts. - Biostimulants and Natural Amendments:
A growing focus on the use of biostimulants and organic amendments to improve crop health and soil quality, indicating a shift towards more sustainable agricultural inputs. - Precision Agriculture Technologies:
Emerging studies utilizing precision agriculture techniques, including machine learning and remote sensing, to optimize resource use and enhance agricultural productivity. - Food Quality Enhancement:
Heightened interest in research that explores ways to improve the nutritional quality and safety of food products, addressing consumer demand for healthier options. - Multi-actor Approaches in Agriculture:
An increase in studies examining collaborative approaches among farmers, researchers, and policymakers, aimed at fostering innovation and sustainable practices in the agricultural sector.
Declining or Waning
- Conventional Farming Practices:
Research related to traditional farming methods has decreased, as there is a growing emphasis on sustainable and organic practices that mitigate environmental impacts. - Chemical Fertilizer Dependency:
There has been a noticeable reduction in studies focusing solely on chemical fertilizers, with a shift towards organic and sustainable alternatives that promote soil health. - Pesticide Use and Regulation:
Research on the conventional use of chemical pesticides is less prominent, likely due to increasing interest in integrated pest management and organic farming methodologies. - Livestock Production Systems:
While still relevant, the frequency of studies specifically on traditional livestock production systems is declining, as research pivots towards welfare and sustainable practices. - Biodiversity in Conventional Cropping Systems:
There is a waning interest in studies that focus solely on biodiversity within conventional cropping systems, as the focus shifts towards agroecological approaches that enhance ecosystem services.
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