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Prof. Dr. Goodness C. Aye
1. Department of Economics, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria 0002, South Africa
2. Department of Agricultural Economics, College of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi, Makurdi 970001, Nigeria
Prof. Dr. Marthinus C. Breitenbach
Department of Economics, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria 0002, South Africa
Department of Economics, Faculty of Economics and Finance, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria 0002, South Africa
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Efficient and Sustainable Agricultural Resource Use: Advances in Research Methods and Applications

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30 October 2025
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Dear Colleagues,

The topic “Efficient and Sustainable Agricultural Resource Use: Advances in Research Methods and Applications” explores innovative strategies, methodologies, and applications to enhance agricultural resource efficiency while addressing food insecurity, environmental sustainability, and economic growth. With increasing pressures on land, water, energy, and labor due to climate change and population growth, this topic highlights cutting-edge practices and advanced research methods for sustainable agriculture.

We welcome contributions that investigate novel approaches, interdisciplinary methods, and real-world applications to tackle agricultural resource challenges. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Efficiency in agricultural resource use (land, water, energy, labor);
  • Climate-smart and regenerative agriculture;
  • Precision agriculture and digital farming technologies;
  • AI, machine learning, and smart irrigation in agriculture;
  • Water and soil resource management for sustainability and efficiency;
  • Renewable energy integration and circular economy approaches;
  • Sustainable supply chains, economic strategies, and governance frameworks;
  • Policy innovation, sustainability metrics, and life cycle assessments.

The submission deadline is 31 December 2025, with papers being published on an ongoing basis. Submissions are welcome at any time. 

We look forward to your contributions regarding this impactful topic.

Prof. Dr. Goodness C. Aye
Prof. Dr. Marthinus C. Breitenbach
Prof. Dr. Mulatu Fekadu Zerihun
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Keywords

  • efficiency
  • sustainable agriculture
  • agricultural resource management
  • climate-smart agriculture
  • regenerative farming
  • precision agriculture
  • rural entrepreneurship
  • food security
  • renewable energy
  • policy and governance
  • innovative research methods

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Agriculture
agriculture 		3.3 4.9 2011 19.2 Days CHF 2600 Submit
Economies
economies 		2.1 4.0 2013 21.9 Days CHF 1800 Submit
Resources
resources 		3.6 7.2 2012 26.1 Days CHF 1600 Submit
Sustainability
sustainability 		3.3 6.8 2009 19.7 Days CHF 2400 Submit
Technologies
technologies 		4.2 6.7 2013 21.1 Days CHF 1600 Submit

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Exploring the Factors Enhancing Marketability of Coastal Agricultural Products in Rural South Africa
by Ifeanyi Mbukanma, Vikela Liso Sithole and Yiseyon Sunday Hosu
Economies 2025, 13(5), 141; https://doi.org/10.3390/economies13050141 - 20 May 2025
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This study explores the dynamics of marketing agricultural products in the coastal regions of the Eastern Cape, South Africa, through an analysis of existing literature and empirical data collected from selected participants to model farmers’ marketing experiences and identifies an improvement pathway. This [...] Read more.
This study explores the dynamics of marketing agricultural products in the coastal regions of the Eastern Cape, South Africa, through an analysis of existing literature and empirical data collected from selected participants to model farmers’ marketing experiences and identifies an improvement pathway. This study aims to enhance the understanding of the factors that inhibit and enable the marketability of coastal agricultural products. Employing a causal relationship research methodology, this paper reviewed the current situation through a bottom-up approach, providing valuable insights for policymakers, interventionists, researchers, and practitioners who aim to support rural coastal agricultural growth and livelihood enhancement in the Eastern Cape. Data were collected from 215 participants from the sample of 4212 registered coastal small-scale farms in the Eastern Cape through a multi-staged sampling procedure. The findings through Path analysis empirically revealed that technological resources, efficient supply chain systems, supportive government policies, and unlimited market access significantly enhance the marketability of coastal agricultural products. The study recommends addressing challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, stringent regulatory requirements, and the effects of climate change, which is essential for advancing the marketability of coastal agricultural products. Full article
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Agro-Tourism Integration and County-Level Sustainability: Mechanisms and Regional Heterogeneity in China
by Qi Wang, Xianhui Dang, Ting Song, Guangpeng Xiao and Yongqin Lu
Sustainability 2025, 17(10), 4549; https://doi.org/10.3390/su17104549 - 16 May 2025
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The agro-tourism integration model combines agricultural production, rural life, and tourism experiences, bringing new opportunities for the sustainable development of counties. The objective of this study is to explore the impact of the agro-tourism integration on the sustainable development of counties, reveal the [...] Read more.
The agro-tourism integration model combines agricultural production, rural life, and tourism experiences, bringing new opportunities for the sustainable development of counties. The objective of this study is to explore the impact of the agro-tourism integration on the sustainable development of counties, reveal the underlying mechanisms and regional heterogeneity effects, and provide a scientific basis for the formulation of rural revitalization policies. Based on panel data from 1749 counties in China from 2008 to 2021, an empirical test using a propensity score matching-difference-in-differences (PSM-DID) model found that the National Policy on Leisure Agriculture and Rural Tourism Demonstration Counties significantly enhances the level of sustainable development in counties through three mechanisms: stimulating consumer demand, attracting capital inflows, and optimizing industrial structure. Moreover, the effect is more pronounced in the western regions of China. In terms of theory, this study shifts the focus to the county level, constructing a comprehensive measurement index system for county-level sustainable development. It analyzes the mechanisms through which the integration of agriculture and tourism operates and verifies the policy effects. In terms of practice, policy implementations are proposed to adopt a multi-pronged approach to increase agricultural-tourism consumption; to promote government-enterprise cooperation and introduce long-term funding; and to develop the service industry in a location-specific manner to continuously optimize the industrial structure. This study indicates that agro-tourism integration is an effective path for the sustainable development of counties. The policy design needs to take into account the differences in regional resource endowments. This has important implications for promoting county-level development in a location-specific manner under the rural revitalization strategy. Full article
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