JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Leading the way in multidisciplinary pest research.

Introduction

JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE, published by SPRINGER HEIDELBERG, is a premier academic journal dedicated to the multidisciplinary study of pest management, contributing significantly to the fields of Agronomy, Ecology, and Insect Science. With a history that spans back to 1925, this journal has established itself as a critical platform for disseminating innovative research, evidenced by its impressive Q1 rankings in multiple categories, including Ecology and Plant Science, as of 2023. The journal particularly excels in its contribution to Agricultural and Biological Sciences, holding a remarkable 98th percentile rank in Insect Science. By fostering open access, the JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE ensures broader dissemination and engagement with scientific advancements pertinent to pest control and management practices. Its commitment to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed articles makes it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students looking to stay at the forefront of pest science and its application to sustainable agriculture and ecology.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.20
Journal Impact Factor4.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.70
H-Index76
Journal IF Without Self4.30
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.19
Influence0.96
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life5.00
Citing Half Life9.60
JCI1.98
Total Documents1737
WOS Total Citations5671
SCIMAGO Total Citations15113
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1534
Scopus Journal Rank1.20
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.47
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.85
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.14

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Insect Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #4/181
Percentile 97.79
Quartile Q1
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #36/721
Percentile 95.01
Quartile Q1
Agronomy and Crop Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #21/406
Percentile 94.83
Quartile Q1
Plant Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #28/516
Percentile 94.57
Quartile Q1
Ecology in Environmental Science
Rank #33/461
Percentile 92.84
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ENTOMOLOGY
Rank 6/109
Percentile 95.00
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENTOMOLOGY
Rank 3/109
Percentile 97.25
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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