International Journal of Agronomy
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Sustainable Solutions in Agricultural Science
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Crop Production and Management:
Research addressing the improvement of crop yields through various agronomic practices, including fertilization, irrigation, and pest management. - Soil Fertility and Management:
Studies on soil health, nutrient management, and the use of organic and inorganic amendments to enhance soil fertility and productivity. - Plant Breeding and Genetics:
Investigations into genetic variability, breeding techniques, and the development of new crop varieties for improved yield and resilience. - Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
Research promoting sustainable agricultural methods that enhance productivity while minimizing environmental impact, including conservation agriculture and integrated pest management. - Climate Change and Agriculture:
Studies examining the effects of climate change on agricultural systems and exploring adaptive strategies for resilience in crop production. - Biological Control and Integrated Pest Management:
Research focused on biological control mechanisms and integrated approaches for managing pests and diseases in crops.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate-Smart Agriculture:
There is an increasing focus on climate-smart agricultural practices that enhance resilience to climate change while improving productivity. - Biotechnology in Crop Improvement:
Emerging research on biotechnological applications, including CRISPR and other genetic engineering methods, is gaining traction in crop improvement. - Soil Health and Microbiome Research:
An upsurge in studies investigating soil microbiomes and their role in plant health and productivity indicates a growing interest in understanding soil ecosystems. - Agroecological Approaches:
Research exploring agroecological principles and practices is trending, highlighting the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem services in sustainable agriculture. - Integrated Crop-Livestock Systems:
There is a rising interest in integrated crop-livestock systems as a means to enhance resource use efficiency and sustainability. - Nutritional Quality of Crops:
Growing attention is being paid to the nutritional quality of crops, reflecting a broader concern for food security and health.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Agricultural Practices:
There has been a noticeable decline in research focused solely on traditional agricultural methods, as the journal increasingly emphasizes innovative and sustainable practices. - Single Crop Focus Studies:
Research centered on single crop systems is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards studies that examine intercropping and diversified farming systems. - Chemical Fertilizer Dependency:
The reliance on chemical fertilizers is being overshadowed by a growing interest in organic amendments and sustainable nutrient management practices. - Conventional Pest Control Methods:
There is a waning interest in studies that solely focus on conventional chemical pest control, as integrated pest management and biological control approaches gain traction.
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