About the Journal

About Explore Crop Science

Explore Crop Science (ECS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by Explore Publisher. It advances reliable, relevant and accessible knowledge across crop science by connecting scientific discovery with practical agricultural development.

Aims and scope

ECS welcomes fundamental and applied research in:

• crop genetics, breeding, physiology and biochemistry;
• agronomy and soil–crop interactions;
• precision agriculture and agricultural technology;
• sustainable and climate-smart agriculture;
• integrated pest, weed and disease management;
• agroecology and regenerative agriculture.

Article types

The journal considers original research articles, review articles, short communications and scientifically rigorous case studies within its scope.

Peer review and publication

Submissions undergo initial editorial screening followed by double-blind peer review. Articles are published continuously within two issues each year and are freely accessible under the journal's open-access policy.

Audience

ECS serves researchers, lecturers, students, agronomists, plant breeders, extension professionals, policymakers and practitioners working to strengthen crop productivity, resilience, environmental sustainability and food security.