JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Scope & Guideline
Exploring Innovative Pathways to Environmental Quality
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Soil Health and Quality Assessment:
Research dedicated to understanding the factors that influence soil health, including amendments, crop management techniques, and the impact of various agricultural practices on soil quality. - Nutrient Management and Cycling:
Studies that explore the dynamics of nutrient cycling in agroecosystems, particularly focusing on phosphorus and nitrogen management practices and their implications for environmental quality. - Water Quality and Pollution:
Investigations into the effects of agricultural practices on water quality, including runoff, erosion, and the transport of pollutants such as nitrates, phosphates, and emerging contaminants. - Impact of Agricultural Practices on Greenhouse Gas Emissions:
Research examining how different agricultural practices contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, including methane and nitrous oxide, and the development of strategies to mitigate these emissions. - Emerging Contaminants and Environmental Impacts:
Focus on the detection and management of emerging contaminants such as PFAS, microplastics, and pharmaceuticals in agricultural and natural environments.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
An increasing number of studies are focusing on sustainable practices, such as cover cropping, no-till farming, and integrated pest management, highlighting their benefits for soil health and reduced nutrient runoff. - Microplastics and Soil Health:
Research on the presence and impact of microplastics in agricultural soils is gaining traction, addressing concerns about soil and food safety. - Climate Change and Agriculture:
There is a growing emphasis on the interplay between climate change and agricultural practices, particularly how adaptations in agriculture can mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and improve resilience. - Technological Innovations in Environmental Monitoring:
Emerging research is leveraging advanced technologies such as machine learning and remote sensing to monitor environmental quality and optimize agricultural practices. - Phosphorus Recovery and Management:
Studies focusing on innovative methods for phosphorus recovery from waste streams and their implications for sustainable nutrient management are increasingly prominent.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Soil Fertility Studies:
There has been a decrease in papers focusing solely on conventional soil fertility studies, as the field has evolved to incorporate more integrative approaches that consider environmental impacts. - Single-Crop Studies:
Research centered on the effects of single crop systems is waning as there is a growing interest in multi-cropping systems and integrated agricultural practices that promote sustainability. - Historical Contaminant Studies:
Research that solely examines historical contaminants without considering current agricultural practices and their interactions with modern environmental challenges is becoming less prevalent.
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