International Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development
- Publisher
- School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology Federal University of Technology
- ISSN
- 1595-9716
- Country
- Nigeria
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Agriculture
About this journal
The International Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development (IJARD) serves as a platform for disseminating cutting-edge research and analysis on a wide range of agricultural and rural development issues. Its scope encompasses the multifaceted challenges and opportunities facing agricultural systems, rural communities, and the broader food and agricultural sector. IJARD delves into topics ranging from sustainable agricultural practices, agribusiness, and rural livelihoods to food security, climate change adaptation, and policy interventions.
The journal's key themes center on promoting innovative solutions and fostering sustainable development in rural areas. IJARD encourages contributions that explore the interlinkages between agriculture, rural development, and broader societal well-being. Its core areas of interest include, but are not limited to, agricultural technologies, natural resource management, rural infrastructure, social and economic development, food systems, policy analysis, and the impact of globalization on rural areas.
The audience for IJARD encompasses researchers, academics, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders actively involved in agricultural and rural development initiatives. The journal aims to bridge the gap between research findings and real-world applications, providing valuable insights for decision-making and informed action. Its readership spans across diverse disciplines, including agriculture, economics, geography, sociology, environmental science, and development studies, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of the field.
IJARD fosters a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and impact of published articles. The journal's emphasis on high-quality research, practical relevance, and policy-oriented findings has contributed to its growing influence in the field. IJARD serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to advance knowledge and contribute to the sustainable development of agriculture and rural communities worldwide.
Volumes (20 articles)
Volume 13, Issue 2 (2011)
Volume 9, Issue 1 (2007)
- Potentials in Financing Heliculture under the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme in Imo and Rivers\' States of Nigeria: A Comparative Analysis.
- Socio – Economic Determinants Of Agricultural Production By Women Farmers In Abia State, Nigeria
- The Effect Of Agricultural Commercialization On The Nutritional Status Of Cocoa Growing Households In Ikwuano lga Of Abia State Nigeria.
Volume 7, Issue 1 (2006)
- Anti-microbial resistance of <i>E. Coli</i> isolates from feeds and poultry units in Imo State, Nigeria
- Effects of Nitrogen fertilizer split-treatments on maize yield in a humid tropical environment
- Genotype X Season interaction effects on the mortality rates of the Nigerian local chicken and its crosses with the barred Plymouth rocks
Volume 7, Issue 2 (2006)
Volume 6, Issue 1 (2006)
- Dressed and internal organ weights of broilers fed toasted pigeon pea seed meal diet
- Economics of irrigation farming in Nigeria: a case study of tomato based farming in Sokoto State, Nigeria
- Survey of ticks of veterinary importance and tick-borne protozoa of cattle grazed in very hot months in Sokoto Municipality, Nigeria
Volume 5, Issue 1 (2006)
- Age-dependent changes in the total protein concentrations in the brain regions and hypophyses of the pig
- Contribution of the products of fat hydrolysis to the frothing capacity of milk
- Farmers' evaluation of legume cover crops for erosion control in Gathwariga catchment, Kenya
- The productivity of holstein-friesian dairy cattle in different farming systems of Kenya