Aims & Scope
Research Domains
JF operates a tiered scope structure to ensure manuscripts receive appropriate editorial handling. Core domains receive expedited review, while emerging areas undergo additional editorial assessment for fit and impact.
Core Research Domains
Crop Science & Plant Genetics
- Plant breeding and cultivar development
- Crop physiology and phenotyping
- Genetic engineering and biotechnology
- Seed production and quality
- Crop modeling and simulation
Soil Science & Management
- Soil fertility and nutrient dynamics
- Soil microbiology and rhizosphere interactions
- Soil conservation and erosion control
- Soil carbon sequestration
- Precision nutrient management
Crop Production Systems
- Cropping systems and rotations
- Integrated crop management
- Organic and regenerative agriculture
- Agroforestry systems
- Cover cropping and green manures
Plant Protection & Pathology
- Plant disease resistance mechanisms
- Integrated pest management (IPM)
- Biological control agents
- Pesticide efficacy and resistance
- Plant-pathogen interactions
Secondary Focus Areas
Agricultural Technology & Engineering
- Precision agriculture technologies
- Remote sensing and GIS applications
- Agricultural robotics and automation
- Irrigation systems and water management
- Farm machinery optimization
Climate-Smart Agriculture
- Climate change adaptation strategies
- Greenhouse gas mitigation in agriculture
- Water-use efficiency
- Heat and drought stress management
- Climate modeling for agriculture
Post-Harvest & Value Addition
- Post-harvest handling and storage
- Quality preservation technologies
- Agricultural waste valorization
- Bioremediation of agricultural contaminants
- Processing technology for crops
Agricultural Economics & Policy
- Farm management and decision-making
- Agricultural market analysis
- Supply chain optimization
- Policy impacts on farming systems
- Rural development and livelihoods
Emerging & Cross-Disciplinary Areas
These topics are considered selectively and undergo additional editorial review to ensure strong agricultural science focus and methodological rigor.
Digital Agriculture & AI
- Machine learning for crop prediction
- Computer vision for plant phenotyping
- Decision support systems
- Big data analytics in agriculture
Biodiversity & Agroecology
- Agrobiodiversity conservation
- Ecosystem services in agriculture
- Pollinator management
- Landscape-scale farming systems
Controlled Environment Agriculture
- Greenhouse production systems
- Vertical farming technologies
- Hydroponics and aquaponics
- LED lighting for crop production
Food Security & Sustainability
- Sustainable intensification
- Smallholder farming systems
- Agricultural extension and education
- Food system resilience
Explicitly Out of Scope
Article Types & Editorial Priorities
Priority 1: Fast-Track Review (14-21 days)
High-impact contributions with rigorous methodology and clear agricultural significance.
Priority 2: Standard Review (28-35 days)
Valuable contributions that advance knowledge but require standard peer review timeline.
Rarely Considered: Case-by-Case Evaluation
Accepted only when exceptional scientific merit or methodological innovation is demonstrated.
Editorial Standards & Requirements
Reporting Guidelines
All manuscripts must follow discipline-appropriate standards:
- Field trials: CONSORT-Agriculture
- Observational studies: STROBE
- Systematic reviews: PRISMA
- Animal research: ARRIVE 2.0
Data Transparency
We require data availability statements. Raw data must be deposited in recognized repositories (Dryad, Figshare, Zenodo) or provided as supplementary files.
Ethics & Compliance
Field trials must include site permissions. Animal studies require institutional ethics approval. Human subject research needs IRB clearance.
Statistical Rigor
Appropriate experimental design, power analysis, and statistical methods required. Consult a statistician for complex analyses.
Preprint Policy
We accept preprints from AgriXiv, bioRxiv, and other recognized servers. Preprint posting does not affect consideration.
Conflicts of Interest
All authors must disclose financial relationships, industry funding, and potential conflicts. Transparency is mandatory.
Editorial Performance Metrics
Ready to Submit?
If your research aligns with our core domains and meets our methodological standards, we encourage submission. For scope inquiries, contact our editorial office before preparing your manuscript.
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