Agrarian South-Journal of Political Economy
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Critical Insights into the Agrarian Landscape of the Global South
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Agrarian Transformations and Political Economy:
The journal explores the dynamics of agrarian change and its implications for political economy, particularly in the Global South. This includes examining land reforms, agrarian policies, and their socio-economic impacts on rural populations. - Social Movements and Collective Action:
A core focus is on grassroots movements, resistance, and the role of collective action in shaping agrarian relations. The journal highlights case studies of social movements advocating for land rights, labor rights, and environmental justice. - Ecological and Environmental Justice:
The journal aims to address the socio-ecological dimensions of agrarian issues, exploring topics such as sustainability, ecological transitions, and the impacts of climate change on rural livelihoods. - Cultural and Historical Analyses:
It provides a space for historical and cultural analyses of agrarian societies, investigating how cultural identities, race, and gender intersect with agrarian issues and political economy. - Comparative and Contextual Studies:
The journal frequently publishes comparative studies that analyze agrarian issues across different geographical and socio-political contexts, enriching the understanding of global agrarian dynamics.
Trending and Emerging
- Ecological Transition and Sustainability:
A growing number of articles focus on ecological transitions, emphasizing sustainable agricultural practices, climate resilience, and the interplay between agrarian systems and environmental justice. - Intersectionality in Agrarian Studies:
There is an increasing emphasis on intersectionality, particularly concerning gender, caste, and ethnicity within agrarian contexts. This trend highlights the diverse experiences and challenges faced by different groups in rural areas. - Global South Solidarity and Movements:
Emerging themes include discussions on solidarity among Global South countries, particularly in the context of social movements and collective action against neoliberal policies and imperialism. - Value Chains and Economic Imperialism:
Recent publications are critically analyzing agricultural value chains, exploring how they are structured by global economic forces and their implications for local farmers and communities. - Political Ecology and Environmental Justice:
The journal is increasingly focusing on political ecology frameworks that address the relationships between power, ecology, and agrarian struggles, highlighting the importance of environmental justice in rural contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Agricultural Practices:
There has been a noticeable decline in publications focusing on conventional agricultural methods and practices. The current trend emphasizes innovative approaches and sustainability, overshadowing discussions on traditional agriculture. - Rural Industrialization:
The theme of rural industrialization appears to be waning, with fewer studies exploring the relationship between industrial development and rural communities. Recent publications are more inclined toward social movements and ecological aspects. - Individual Land Ownership Issues:
Discussions centered around individual land ownership disputes are becoming less frequent. The journal's focus has shifted toward collective land rights and community-based approaches, reflecting broader social movements. - Global North Perspectives:
Articles focusing on agrarian issues from a Global North perspective have diminished, as the journal increasingly prioritizes voices and perspectives from the Global South to address its core mission. - Historical Agrarian Economies:
While historical analyses remain important, there is a reduction in focus on agrarian economies of the past. The journal now leans more toward contemporary issues and current transformations in agrarian societies.
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