Journal Insight
Aims & Scope
The Journal of Agricultural and Rural Development Studies (JARDS) is committed to supporting the academic and professional growth of emerging researchers by providing a prestigious platform for publishing their work and facilitating engagement with established experts in the field. The journal actively promotes interdisciplinary collaborations, recognizing that significant advancements in agriculture and rural development often arise from diverse and integrative perspectives.
In alignment with this mission, JARDS is dedicated to cultivating a robust academic community that nurtures young talent while promoting substantive exchanges between early-career and experienced scholars. By fostering an inclusive and dynamic platform, the journal aims to inspire groundbreaking research that addresses the complex and multifaceted challenges in agriculture and rural development.
JARDS is devoted to publishing high-quality, original research that offers novel insights into the sustainable development of agriculture and rural areas. This encompasses investigations into sustainable agricultural practices, advancements in the management and engineering of agricultural systems, and explorations of the socio-economic dimensions of rural development. The journal aims to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical applications, thereby influencing both policy and practice in meaningful ways.
Subject areas
JARDS encompasses a wide array of topics, all centered around enhancing sustainability and innovation in agriculture and rural development. The primary areas of focus include:
Sustainability in Agriculture and Rural Development: This domain includes research on sustainable farming practices, conservation of natural resources, and the development of resilient agricultural systems. Studies might explore organic farming, agroecology, soil health, water management, and the impacts of climate change on agriculture. For example, research may examine the long-term effects of crop rotation on soil fertility or the integration of renewable energy sources in farming operations.
Engineering and Management in Agricultural Systems: This area covers advancements in agricultural engineering and management practices designed to improve productivity and efficiency. Topics include precision agriculture, smart farming technologies, mechanization, supply chain management, and innovative irrigation techniques. Research may focus on the development of new machinery to reduce labor costs or the application of data analytics to optimize crop yields.
Policy and Socio-Economic Aspects of Rural Development: JARDS welcomes studies on policies and socio-economic factors affecting rural areas, including rural education, healthcare, infrastructure development, and socio-economic challenges faced by rural populations. For instance, research might analyze the effectiveness of government policies in supporting smallholder farmers or investigate the impact of rural migration on community cohesion.
Agricultural Economics and Marketing: This includes research on agricultural policies, production, trade, and marketing. Studies might address the economic impacts of agricultural subsidies, market integration of agricultural products, and strategies to improve value addition in agriculture.
Food Security and Nutrition: Research in this area tackles the challenges of ensuring food security and improving nutritional outcomes. This could involve evaluating programs aimed at reducing food waste, enhancing food distribution networks, or assessing the nutritional benefits of different agricultural practices.
Technological Innovations in Agriculture: This area explores the adoption and impact of new technologies in agriculture, such as biotechnology, digital agriculture, and renewable energy applications. Studies might investigate the use of drones for crop monitoring or the role of genetic engineering in developing drought-resistant crops.
By focusing on these key areas, JARDS aims to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and the implementation of practical solutions that promote sustainability and resilience in agriculture and rural development. The journal is dedicated to publishing high-caliber research that not only enriches academic discourse but also provides actionable insights for practitioners, policymakers, and communities.
We invite researchers from diverse backgrounds to submit their work to JARDS, confident that our journal offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of agriculture and rural development through scholarly excellence and impactful research. Together, we can drive progress and innovation, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for rural communities worldwide.
Online ISSN
Online ISSN: 3061-2756. Our institution, Dunarea de Jos University of Galati, Romania, operates as a "green publisher."
The frequency of the journal's publication
The first issue - March 31st. The second issue of the journal - June 30th. The third issue of the journal - September 30th. The fourth issue of the journal - December 20th.
Publishing timeline
60 days - Submission to acceptance. 10 days - Acceptance to publication
Open access
JARDS is an open-access journal, ensuring that all content is freely accessible to users without subscription charges or access fees. Authors and the public can freely access the complete text of all journal articles in PDF format. The journal's open access policy aligns with the principles outlined in the Budapest Open Access Initiative (2002) and the Berlin Declaration on Open Access to Knowledge in the Sciences and Humanities (2003). According to the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI), "open access" means "free availability on the public internet, allowing users to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of these articles, crawl them for indexing, pass them as data to software, or use them for any other lawful purpose, without financial, legal, or technical barriers other than those inseparable from gaining access to the internet itself. The only constraint on reproduction and distribution, and the only role for copyright in this domain, should be to give authors control over the integrity of their work and the right to be properly acknowledged and cited."
