BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

metrics 2024

Bridging Research and Practice in Pest Management Solutions

Introduction

BIOCONTROL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY is a premier, peer-reviewed journal published by Taylor & Francis Ltd that specializes in the dynamic fields of Agronomy and Insect Science. Established in 1991, this journal has garnered a reputation for disseminating high-quality, impactful research with an impressive 2023 Scopus rank of 53 out of 181 in Insect Science and 153 out of 406 in Agronomy, placing it in the Q2 category for both fields. With its ISSN 0958-3157 and E-ISSN 1360-0478, the journal serves as a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students dedicated to advancing understanding and innovation in pest management and biocontrol strategies. Although not an open-access journal, it offers comprehensive insights that are crucial for professionals aiming to tackle agricultural challenges and enhance food security. The journal’s continuous coverage from 1991 to 2024 ensures that it remains at the forefront of significant advancements in biocontrol, making it an essential read for anyone interested in sustainable agricultural practices and integrated pest management.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.46
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.90
H-Index69
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.32
Influence0.39
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life10.70
Citing Half Life10.80
JCI0.50
Total Documents2206
WOS Total Citations3332
SCIMAGO Total Citations7815
SCIMAGO SELF Citations691
Scopus Journal Rank0.46
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.66
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.79
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.98

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Insect Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #53/181
Percentile 70.72
Quartile Q2
Agronomy and Crop Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #153/406
Percentile 62.32
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 145/174
Percentile 17.00
Quartile Q4
ENTOMOLOGY
Rank 41/109
Percentile 62.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 121/174
Percentile 30.46
Quartile Q3
ENTOMOLOGY
Rank 68/109
Percentile 37.61
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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