Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
Scope & Guideline
Exploring interdisciplinary solutions for global food security.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
Research on methods and technologies that promote environmentally friendly farming practices, such as agroecology, permaculture, and conservation agriculture. - Food Security and Nutrition:
Studies that assess and enhance food security, dietary diversity, and nutritional outcomes in various populations, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. - Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation:
Exploration of strategies for adapting agricultural systems to the impacts of climate change, as well as efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from food systems. - Socioeconomic Impacts of Food Systems:
Analysis of the social and economic factors influencing food production, consumption, and equity, including gender roles and rural livelihoods. - Innovative Food Technologies:
Research on new technologies and practices in food processing, preservation, and packaging that enhance sustainability and food quality. - Waste Reduction and Circular Economy:
Studies focusing on strategies for minimizing food waste and promoting circular economy principles within food systems. - Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services:
Investigations into the role of biodiversity in agriculture and its contribution to ecosystem services that support sustainable food production.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Agriculture and Technology:
An increasing focus on the integration of digital tools and technologies in agriculture, including precision farming, data analytics, and remote sensing to improve productivity and sustainability. - Plant-Based and Alternative Proteins:
Growing interest in plant-based diets and alternative proteins, including cultured meat and insect protein, as sustainable solutions to food security and environmental concerns. - Agroecological Approaches:
A shift towards research that emphasizes agroecology and regenerative farming practices, which promote biodiversity, soil health, and ecosystem resilience. - Food Policy and Governance:
Emerging studies on food governance, policy frameworks, and their role in enhancing food system sustainability, equity, and resilience. - Community-Based Food Systems:
Increased attention to local and community-based food systems that support food sovereignty, resilience, and sustainable livelihoods. - Climate Resilience in Agriculture:
A trending focus on developing agricultural practices that enhance resilience to climate change impacts, including drought and extreme weather events. - Waste Valorization:
Innovative approaches to food waste management and valorization, exploring how waste can be transformed into valuable resources for agriculture and food production.
Declining or Waning
- Conventional Agricultural Practices:
Research focusing on conventional farming methods is declining as the journal increasingly emphasizes sustainable and regenerative practices. - Single Crop Systems:
Studies centered around monoculture practices are becoming less common, reflecting a broader recognition of the benefits of crop diversification. - Food Production as a Sole Focus:
The emphasis on production alone without consideration of environmental and social impacts is decreasing, as integrated approaches gain traction. - Traditional Food Systems without Innovation:
Research on traditional food systems that do not incorporate innovative practices or technologies is losing ground to studies that advocate for modernization and sustainability.
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