The Agrarian Research Journal aims to provide a platform for high-quality research in the field of agriculture, agrarian studies, rural development, and food systems. The journal encourages original contributions that explore innovative methods, practical applications, and policy implications related to tropical and sub-tropical agriculture. The scope covers a wide range of topics including crop production, resource management, agricultural economics, agrarian policy, food security, and climate-smart agriculture. By fostering academic dialogue and knowledge exchange, the journal seeks to support sustainable agricultural practices and rural livelihoods in Sri Lanka and beyond.
The journal is intended for a diverse audience including researchers, academics, agricultural scientists, development practitioners, policymakers, and postgraduate students. It also welcomes contributions from professionals working in governmental and non-governmental organizations involved in agriculture, environment, and rural development. The journal serves as a bridge between scientific research and practical applications in the field, making it a valuable resource for both scholars and field-level experts.
The Agrarian Research Journal is published by the Hector Kobbekaduwa Agrarian Research and Training Institute (HARTI), a leading public research organization in Sri Lanka. HARTI has been at the forefront of agrarian policy research and training since its establishment in 1972. The journal reflects HARTI’s long-standing commitment to disseminating reliable research and policy recommendations to improve the agricultural and rural sectors. Over the decades, the journal has evolved into a respected source of scholarly knowledge, now available both in print and as an open-access digital platform.
The journal follows strict ethical standards to ensure the integrity and transparency of the research it publishes. All submitted manuscripts are subjected to a double-blind peer-review process to maintain fairness and quality. Authors must confirm that their work is original and has not been published elsewhere. Any form of plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical conduct is strictly prohibited. Authors are also required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest. The journal reserves the right to retract articles that violate its ethical guidelines. All contributors are encouraged to follow the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines.
The journal follows an open-access policy, ensuring that all published content is freely accessible to readers without subscription or payment. This aligns with HARTI’s mission to disseminate research findings widely for the benefit of the public, practitioners, and academic communities. Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), which allows others to share and adapt the material for any purpose, provided the original author and source are credited. There are no article processing charges (APCs) or submission fees, making the journal freely accessible for both authors and readers.