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Promoting Excellence in Agricultural Sciences: Journal Impact, Leadership and Challenges

By (author) BV Ramana Rao, By (author) Surender Singh

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This book presents a critical and forward-looking exploration of journal rating systems, publication ethics, and the future of agricultural research dissemination. As global scientific publishing becomes more competitive and commercialized, the agricultural research community faces challenges in ensuring visibility, quality, and equity. This book addresses those challenges by examining the current frameworks and proposing innovative, inclusive, and sustainable approaches to journal evaluation and research leadership. Beginning with an introduction to journal rating systems such as Journal Citation Reports (JCR) and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), the book offers a comparative global analysis while also examining underexplored platforms like the Scopus database. It critically reviews the NAAS journal rating methodology and suggests refinements for improved transparency and academic fairness. Chapters on Article Processing Charges (APCs), predatory publishing, and ethics in rating systems provide a practical guide for navigating the complex world of scientific publishing. The book also emphasizes strengthening national journals, developing scientific leadership, and implementing integrative research models to address disparities in global agricultural research output. A special focus is given to SDG-impact journals, proposing a new rating perspective aligned with sustainable development goals. The book concludes with policy recommendations, actionable frameworks, and a blueprint for equitable journal rankings that foster meaningful impact, innovation, and inclusivity. Ideal for researchers, policy-makers, journal editors, academic leaders, and students, this book offers an essential roadmap to reshape the publishing landscape in agricultural sciences for greater global and local relevance.

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Publisher | Professional Prints
Published date | 15 Dec 2025
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Format | Hardback
Pages | 154
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ISBN | 978-1-9666-9560-8
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BISAC | education / administration / general
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