JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
Scope & Guideline
Advancing sustainable practices in food and agriculture.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Food Quality and Safety:
Research on the preservation, safety, and quality of food products, including studies on microbial contamination, antioxidant properties, and the effects of processing methods. - Nutritional and Functional Properties:
Exploration of the nutritional composition of various food sources, including the bioavailability of essential nutrients and the impact of dietary components on health outcomes. - Innovative Food Processing Techniques:
Development and evaluation of novel food processing methods, such as ultrasound-assisted extraction, high-pressure processing, and fermentation technologies to improve food quality and safety. - Environmental Sustainability in Agriculture:
Studies focusing on sustainable agricultural practices, including the use of biostimulants, crop management strategies, and the impact of climate change on crop yield and quality. - Biotechnology Applications in Food and Agriculture:
Research utilizing biotechnological approaches to enhance food production, quality, and safety, including genetic modification, fermentation, and the use of probiotics. - Food Waste Valorization:
Innovative methods for converting food waste into valuable products, emphasizing sustainability and resource efficiency.
Trending and Emerging
- Plant-Based Proteins and Alternatives:
An increasing focus on the development and utilization of plant-based proteins and alternative ingredients in food products, catering to the growing demand for vegetarian and vegan options. - Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals:
A trend towards investigating foods with added health benefits, including probiotics, prebiotics, and bioactive compounds that contribute to health promotion. - Sustainable Agriculture Practices:
Research on sustainable farming practices is gaining momentum, emphasizing climate-resilient techniques, soil health improvement, and resource use efficiency. - Food Waste Reduction and Valorization:
A growing interest in innovative strategies for reducing food waste and converting by-products into value-added products is emerging. - Smart Agriculture Technologies:
The integration of digital technologies such as machine learning, remote sensing, and data analytics in agriculture to enhance productivity and sustainability is becoming increasingly prevalent. - Microbiome Research in Food Systems:
Emerging research on the role of microbiomes in food production, safety, and health, including the impact of gut microbiota on metabolic processes and health outcomes.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Food Preservation Methods:
Research on conventional preservation techniques such as canning and salting has decreased, as newer technologies like high-pressure processing gain traction. - Chemical Additives in Food Processing:
The focus on chemical preservatives and additives appears to be waning, with a greater emphasis on natural alternatives and clean label products. - Single Crop Studies:
There is a noticeable decline in research solely focused on single crop studies, with a shift towards integrated approaches that consider intercropping and polyculture systems. - Animal-Based Food Processing:
Interest in research focused exclusively on traditional animal-based food processing methods is declining, potentially due to the rising popularity of plant-based alternatives. - Conventional Fertilizer Use:
Research emphasizing conventional fertilizers is decreasing as the field shifts towards organic and sustainable fertilization techniques.
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