February Focus on Agriculture and Livelihoods

The Agricultural Economist invites contributions for its February edition, focusing on the intersections of economic equity, technological innovation, and sustainable rural development. The general theme is: Equity, Innovation, and Sustainability—The Path to Rural Resilience

Considering global observances this month, we encourage articles that explore:

🔹 Empowering Women in Science & Innovation (Feb 11) – The role of women in agricultural research, rural entrepreneurship, and technological advancements in farming.

🔹 Social Justice in Rural Economies (Feb 20) – Fair labor practices, inclusive agricultural policies, poverty reduction strategies, and equitable access to land and resources.

🔹 Health & Nutrition in Rural Communities – Insights on food security (World Pulses Day – Feb 10), disease prevention (World Cancer Day – Feb 4, International Childhood Cancer Day – Feb 15, Rare Disease Day – Feb 28/29), and the economic impact of health challenges on farming households.

🔹 Education & Information Access – The role of radio (Feb 13) and multilingual education (Feb 21) in promoting rural livelihoods, knowledge sharing, and agricultural extension services.

🔹 Sustainable Agriculture & Environmental Conservation – The significance of wetlands for sustainable farming (Feb 2) and the contribution of pulses to soil health, nutrition, and climate resilience (Feb 10).

We welcome research/review-based articles, policy briefs, case studies, and expert opinions relevant to these topics. Submissions should be insightful, data-driven, and offer practical recommendations for policymakers, researchers, and rural communities.

Submission Guidelines:

📅 Submission are open throughout February, 2025

📩 Submit your articles to: editor@agrieconomist.com

📜 Word Limit: 1500–2000 words

We encourage submissions from academics, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. Selected articles will be featured in our December issue, reaching an audience dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture and rural development. You may also point out which section your publication falls in:

· Spotlight: Issues of urgent attention related to Rural Economies

· Rural Communities: Social, economic, business, ethical issues, etc.

· Rural Finance: Financial products related to rural areas

· Policy Briefs: Based on research outcomes, policy briefs in simple language for the policy makers

· Rural Innovation: Any scientific matter related to rural economies.

· Public Health Economics: Health related issues in rural areas

· Food and Nutrition: Issues and innovation related to food and nutrition aspects

· Expert Insights Hub: YouTube video links are embedded in this section related to the above sections which will directly play from your YouTube Channels.

· Grooming for Growth: Personal and professional growth for the youth of rural areas, both articles and video links are published / embedded.

Let your voice contribute to shaping resilient, inclusive, and sustainable rural economies for a brighter future.

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