JARQ-JAPAN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH QUARTERLY

Scope & Guideline

Empowering Agricultural Practices Through Research

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of JARQ-JAPAN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH QUARTERLY with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0021-3551
PublisherJAPAN INT RESEARCH CENTER AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
Support Open AccessNo
CountryJapan
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1973 to 1974, from 1977 to 1978, 1983, 1987, from 1993 to 2024
AbbreviationJARQ-JPN AGR RES Q / Jarq - Jpn. Agric. Res. Q.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressTSUKUBA, IBARAKI 305-8686, JAPAN

Aims and Scopes

The JARQ-Japan Agricultural Research Quarterly focuses on advancing agricultural research with a strong emphasis on the unique agricultural context of Japan. The journal aims to disseminate innovative agricultural practices, biological research, and technological advancements that contribute to sustainable agricultural development.
  1. Crop Science and Breeding:
    The journal consistently publishes research on the breeding and improvement of various crops, including rice, barley, and citrus, highlighting methods for enhancing yield, disease resistance, and nutritional quality.
  2. Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
    A significant focus is placed on sustainable farming techniques that improve productivity while minimizing environmental impacts, such as integrated pest management, organic farming, and soil fertility enhancement.
  3. Agricultural Technology and Innovation:
    The journal explores advancements in agricultural machinery, robotics, and biotechnological applications, particularly those that enhance efficiency and safety in agricultural practices.
  4. Food Safety and Quality:
    Research addressing food safety, including contamination, nutritional content, and agricultural impacts on food quality, is a core area, emphasizing the importance of safe food production.
  5. Socio-Economic Aspects of Agriculture:
    The journal also examines the economic implications of agricultural practices, including market trends, policy impacts, and the socio-economic challenges faced by farmers in Japan and other regions.
Recent publications in the JARQ indicate a shift towards emerging themes that reflect current challenges and innovations in agriculture. These trends highlight the journal's responsiveness to new agricultural research needs.
  1. Genomic and Molecular Research:
    There is a growing emphasis on genomic prediction and molecular breeding techniques, reflecting advances in biotechnology that allow for enhanced crop and livestock traits.
  2. Robotics and Automation in Agriculture:
    Research on robotic agricultural machinery and automation technologies is trending, indicating a significant move towards mechanization and efficiency in farming practices.
  3. Food Security and Global Market Analysis:
    Emerging studies focus on food security issues and market dynamics, particularly the impacts of global events like COVID-19 on agricultural supply chains and food pricing.
  4. Sustainable Resource Management:
    Increased attention is being paid to sustainable resource management practices, including water use efficiency, soil health, and the impact of agricultural practices on biodiversity.
  5. Climate-Smart Agriculture:
    Research is increasingly oriented towards climate-smart practices that enhance resilience to climate change while ensuring productivity and sustainability in agricultural systems.

Declining or Waning

While the JARQ continues to evolve, certain themes have shown a noticeable decline in publication frequency. This shift reflects changing priorities within agricultural research and the journal's focus.
  1. Traditional Pest Control Methods:
    Research focusing on conventional pest control strategies is becoming less prominent, as the emphasis shifts towards integrated pest management and more sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives.
  2. Livestock Production Systems:
    There has been a decline in studies specifically addressing traditional livestock production systems, as the focus has moved towards more innovative practices, such as precision livestock farming and genetic improvements.
  3. Climate Change Adaptation Studies:
    Although climate change is still a relevant topic, the specific focus on adaptation studies has waned, with a shift towards broader sustainability and resilience in agricultural systems.

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