About the Journal

MAPACE Journal is a quarterly publication (issued in February, May, August, and November) by the Production Technology and Agricultural Community Development Study Program, College of Vocational Studies, IPB University. It serves as an academic platform for disseminating research findings and critical perspectives on sustainable agricultural practices and community engagement, with the overarching goal of enhancing agricultural productivity (agriculture, fisheries and livestock), food security, and the socio-economic welfare of farming communities interested and focus SDGs issues.

Aims and Scope

MAPACE Journal is dedicated to the application and innovation of technology in the agricultural sector, with the goal of enhancing agricultural productivity, efficiency, sustainability, and the well-being of farming communities. The journal primarily explores how technological advancements can address key challenges faced by farmers, particularly in the areas of productivity, natural resource management, and the development of an inclusive and sustainable agricultural economy.

This journal addresses a comprehensive range of subjects including crop cultivation, livestock management, fisheries, and participatory approaches to community engagement.

Suitable Topics Include:

  • Sustainable Agricultural Practices: Exploration of environmentally responsible farming methods, the utilization of innovative technologies, and the integration of production systems that enhance output without compromising ecological integrity.
  • Community Empowerment: Strategies and approaches for strengthening the capacities of farming communities, fortifying farmer organizations, and fostering collaborative partnerships among farmers, governmental institutions, and private sector stakeholders.
  • Natural Resource Management: Empirical case studies and applied research on the sustainable management of land, water, and other natural resources in agricultural contexts, particularly those involving active community participation.
  • Social Innovation in Agriculture: Investigations into novel models of collaboration between farmers and local communities, including technology-driven programs, training initiatives, and multi-stakeholder engagements.
  • Social and Economic Impacts: Evaluations of the socio-economic and cultural outcomes associated with community-based agricultural initiatives, with a focus on their contribution to food security and community well-being.
  • Agricultural Policy and Community Participation: Analysis of agricultural policies that support community engagement and strategies to facilitate change in more inclusive and sustainable agricultural systems.

Article Types

  • Research Papers: Should report the results of original research. The material should not have been previously published elsewhere. Articles are expected to contribute new information (e.g. novel methods of analysis with added new insights and impacts) to the knowledge base in the field.
  • Review Articles: Can cover either narrow disciplinary subjects or broad issues requiring interdisciplinary discussion. They should provide an objective critical evaluation and not merely summarize existing data.
  • Policy Review: A critical analysis of policies—either current or previously implemented—by governmental, non-governmental organizations, or private actors, aimed at evaluating their impact, effectiveness, and relevance to issues such as productivity, food security, or environmental sustainability.