PESQUISA AGROPECUARIA BRASILEIRA
Scope & Guideline
Driving sustainability through cutting-edge agricultural studies.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Crop Science and Agronomy:
The journal emphasizes research on various crops, including the improvement of yield, quality, and resistance to diseases through agronomic practices, genetic improvement, and innovative cultivation techniques. - Animal Science and Livestock Management:
Research in this area focuses on improving livestock productivity, health, and welfare through nutritional strategies, breeding, and management practices. - Soil and Environmental Sciences:
Studies on soil management, fertility, and environmental impacts are crucial, addressing sustainability and conservation practices in agricultural systems. - Plant Pathology and Pest Management:
The journal publishes studies on the management of plant diseases and pests, exploring integrated pest management strategies and the development of resistant plant varieties. - Food Science and Nutrition:
Research related to the nutritional quality of agricultural products, food processing, and safety ensures the relevance of agricultural outputs to public health. - Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering:
Innovative studies utilizing biotechnological approaches for crop and livestock improvement are a staple, highlighting advancements in genetic tools and methodologies.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainable Agricultural Practices:
Research on sustainable agriculture, including organic farming, agroecology, and conservation agriculture, is trending as the need for environmentally friendly practices rises. - Climate Change Resilience:
Studies addressing the impacts of climate change on agriculture, including drought tolerance and adaptation strategies, are increasingly relevant and prevalent. - Precision Agriculture Technologies:
The adoption of precision agriculture, utilizing remote sensing, data analytics, and machine learning for enhanced decision-making, is gaining momentum. - Nutritional Genomics:
Emerging research focuses on the genetic aspects of nutrition in plants and animals, aiming to enhance the nutritional quality of food products. - Food Security and Safety:
Research addressing food security challenges, including postharvest loss prevention and food safety, is becoming more prominent in light of global food supply concerns.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Crop Breeding Methods:
As modern genetic and biotechnological approaches gain prominence, traditional breeding methods have become less frequently published, indicating a shift towards more innovative methodologies. - Conventional Pest Control Practices:
There is a noticeable decline in studies focusing solely on chemical pest control, as integrated and sustainable pest management strategies gain traction. - Soil Erosion Studies:
Research specifically targeting soil erosion has decreased, possibly due to the increasing focus on broader soil health and sustainability practices.
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