About the Journal
Insights in Plant and Soil Science is a leading open-access journal dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of plant and soil science research. With a focus on practical, high-impact studies, the journal serves as a platform for disseminating innovative research that addresses contemporary challenges in agriculture, environmental sustainability, and soil health. Our mission is to promote interdisciplinary research that fosters global advancements in plant and soil sciences.
Scope and Focus
The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, case studies, and technical reports on a wide range of topics within the fields of plant science, soil science, agronomy, and environmental studies. Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Plant growth and development
- Soil fertility and management
- Sustainable agriculture and farming systems
- Environmental impact and soil conservation
- Plant-microbe interactions
- Soil and water management
- Climate change and its effects on soil and plant ecosystems
We welcome submissions that apply cutting-edge methodologies, interdisciplinary approaches, and practical solutions to address the challenges faced by global agriculture and the environment.
Open Access Policy
Insights in Plant and Soil Science follows an open-access publishing model, ensuring that all articles are freely available to readers worldwide. This approach enhances the dissemination of knowledge, fostering collaboration and accelerating the application of research findings in both academic and practical settings. As part of our commitment to open access, there are no article processing charges (APCs) for authors, allowing equitable access to publishing opportunities.
Copyright and Licensing
Upon acceptance, authors retain copyright over their work, and all articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (CC BY-NC-ND) license. This allows for the free distribution and use of the work for non-commercial purposes, provided the original authorship is properly credited.
Archiving and Preservation
We are committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content. Our journal is included in the Portico archival systems, which ensure that our articles are preserved and remain accessible in perpetuity, even if the journal's website is temporarily unavailable.
Privacy Statement
We value the privacy of our authors, reviewers, and readers. Any personal information collected during the submission, review, or registration process is handled in accordance with our privacy policy, which ensures that data is stored securely and used solely for academic and administrative purposes. We do not share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
