Aims & Scope

NG Agricultural Sciences (NGAS) is an international, open access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and promoting innovation in all aspects of agricultural sciences. The journal serves as a platform for researchers, educators, extension professionals, policymakers, and practitioners to share findings that contribute to sustainable agricultural development and food security.

Aims

  • To publish original research articles, review papers, research notes, and short reviews that address challenges and opportunities in agriculture.

  • To facilitate the exchange of knowledge between academia, industry, and farming communities.

  • To promote sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural practices.

  • To encourage interdisciplinary research integrating agriculture with environmental, economic, and social sciences.

  • To support open science by ensuring free and permanent access to scholarly work.

Scope

The journal welcomes contributions in, but not limited to, the following areas:

1. Crop Science

  • Agronomy, horticulture, floriculture, plantation crops

  • Crop improvement, breeding, biotechnology

  • Seed science and technology

2. Soil & Environmental Sciences

  • Soil fertility and nutrient management

  • Soil conservation, reclamation, and land use planning

  • Agroecology, climate change, and environmental impact assessment

3. Agricultural Engineering & Technology

  • Precision agriculture and smart farming

  • Farm machinery and mechanization

  • Irrigation and water management technologies

4. Plant Protection

  • Entomology, plant pathology, nematology, and weed science

  • Integrated pest management (IPM)

  • Biological control and biosecurity

5. Animal & Fisheries Sciences

  • Livestock production, breeding, nutrition, and health

  • Aquaculture, fisheries management, and marine resources

6. Agricultural Economics & Extension

  • Farm management, marketing, and value chains

  • Agricultural policy and rural development

  • ICT in agriculture and knowledge transfer systems

7. Food Science & Post-Harvest Technology

  • Food processing, storage, and packaging

  • Value addition and agro-based entrepreneurship

Audience

The journal is intended for researchers, extension professionals, educators, agribusiness practitioners, policy analysts, and students seeking to advance agricultural innovation and sustainability.