About the Journal

Wallacea Plant Protection Journal (WPPJ)

Focus and Scope

The Wallacea Plant Protection Journal (WPPJ) is a peer-reviewed and open-access scientific journal devoted to the dissemination of high-quality research articles, reviews, and practical innovations in the field of plant protection. The journal seeks to bridge fundamental research and practical applications by providing a platform for scientists, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to exchange knowledge and experiences on safeguarding plant health and ensuring agricultural sustainability.

In the era of global food security challenges and climate change, plant protection plays a crucial role in maintaining productivity, biodiversity, and ecological balance. WPPJ welcomes multidisciplinary studies, interdisciplinary approaches, and regionally as well as globally relevant research that contribute to the advancement of science and technology in crop protection.

The journal publishes manuscripts covering, but not limited to, the following areas of plant protection science:

  1. Phytopathology
    – Research on the diversity, biology, ecology, and pathogenicity of fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes, and other microorganisms associated with plants.
    – Studies on host–pathogen interactions, mechanisms of infection, plant resistance, and novel diagnostic techniques.

  2. Entomology
    – Studies on insect and mite pests affecting agricultural and horticultural crops, including their taxonomy, biology, ecology, and behavior.
    – Development of innovative methods for pest surveillance, control, and resistance management.

  3. Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPM/IDM)
    – Environmentally friendly, economically feasible, and socially acceptable approaches to crop protection.
    – Combination of cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical methods to minimize reliance on synthetic pesticides.
    – Case studies, modeling, and evaluation of IPM strategies in different agroecosystems.

  4. Biotechnology in Crop Protection
    – Application of molecular biology, genetic engineering, and biotechnological innovations in understanding and managing plant pests and diseases.
    – Use of molecular markers, genome editing, and transgenic crops for developing resistance and enhancing plant defense mechanisms.
    – Exploration of endophytes, bioformulations, and novel biocontrol technologies.

  5. Epidemiology of Plant Pests and Diseases
    – Research on the epidemiology, spread, and outbreak dynamics of plant diseases and pests across diverse agroecological zones.
    – Modeling and forecasting of epidemics to support early-warning systems and preventive strategies.
    – Studies on the impacts of climate change, globalization, and land-use patterns on pest and disease dynamics.

Why Publish in WPPJ?

  • A global platform encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Emphasis on applied solutions that address real-world challenges in agriculture.

  • Commitment to open science and international visibility through indexing, DOI registration, and open access policies.

  • Aiming to connect research from Wallacea and beyond to the broader global community.