AIM AND SCOPE

Holistic: Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science (HJTAS) is a leading peer-reviewed and open-access journal, published by Institute for Advanced Social, Science, and Sustainable Future (IASSSF), Jakarta, Indonesia, with e-ISSN: 3025-4272. HJTAS is published twice a year (January and July), and all articles published are available online with open access.

Aims

The aim of HJTAS is to contribute to the advancement of agriculture by publishing high-quality research articles that are valuable for community and industrial development. The journal seeks to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge and innovations that can positively impact agricultural practices, policies, and sustainability.

 

Focus

The focus of HJTAS is on publishing scientifically rigorous research that addresses the pressing challenges and opportunities within tropical agriculture. The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches, encouraging research that integrates various aspects of agricultural science to provide practical and sustainable solutions.

 

Scope

This journal seeks to publish a broad range of scholarly articles, including: 

  1. Integrated Agro-Ecological Systems:
    Focuses on creating and optimizing agro-ecological systems that blend agricultural practices with natural ecosystems in tropical regions, enhancing soil health, biodiversity, and ecosystem services.

  2. Resilient Crop-Livestock Interactions:
    Examines innovative methods to improve the synergy between crops and livestock, boosting productivity and resilience in tropical environments through integrated management practices.

  3. Climate Adaptive Innovations:
    Highlights advanced technologies and practices tailored to the unique climate challenges of tropical agriculture, including climate-resilient crops and precision irrigation systems.

  4. Circular Economy in Tropical Agriculture:
    Explores the implementation of circular economy principles in tropical agriculture, focusing on resource recycling, waste reduction, and the development of closed-loop systems to minimize environmental impact.

  5. Agro-Biodiversity and Indigenous Knowledge:
    Investigates how agro-biodiversity and traditional knowledge contribute to sustainable agricultural practices, integrating indigenous methods with modern science to enhance resilience and sustainability.