Canadian Journal of Soil Science
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Aims & Scope
The Canadian Journal of Soil Science is an international peer-reviewed journal published in cooperation with the Canadian Society of Soil Science. The journal publishes original research on the use, management, structure and development of soils and draws from the disciplines of soil science, agrometeorology, ecology, agricultural engineering, environmental science, hydrology, forestry, geology, geography and climatology. Research is published in a number of topic sections including: agrometeorology; ecology, biological processes and plant interactions; composition and chemical processes; physical processes and interfaces; genesis, landscape processes and relationships; contamination and environmental stewardship; and management for agricultural, forestry and urban uses.
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisCanadian Journal of Soil Science (abbr: Can. J. Soil Sci, ISSN: 0008-4271) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Agricultural Sciences, published by Agricultural Institute of Canada in Canada since 1957. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 1.70, ranking in quartile Q4 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.508 (Q2), an H-index of 86.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Quarterly, an annual output of approximately 65 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $2,925 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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