Balancing Productivity and Sustainability in Tropical Agriculture

Introduction

Tropical Agrobiodiversity (TRAB)—the rich variety of crops, their wild relatives, trees, animals, microbes, and other species in tropical farming systems—is vital for food security, nutrition, and resilient ecosystems. Shaped by centuries of interactions between people and the tropical environment, this diversity supports healthy diets, combats malnutrition, and reduces diet-related diseases. In tropical agriculture, it enhances productivity, improves soil and water quality, reduces dependence on synthetic inputs, and increases resilience to pests, diseases, and climate extremes. Conserving tropical agrobiodiversity, both on farms and in gene banks, safeguards ecological services, sustains livelihoods, and preserves options for future food and agricultural needs.

Aims & Scope

TRAB explores the vibrant and complex world of tropical agriculture, shaped by both natural forces and human activities. Recognized for its critical role at ecosystem, species, and genetic levels, tropical agrobiodiversity is vital for resilient and sustainable food systems. The journal champions the agro-ecosystem approach to conservation and development in tropical regions.

TRAB publishes cutting-edge research, recent advances, and forward-looking perspectives on tropical agricultural biodiversity. We welcome a wide range of submissions, including original research, reviews, short communications, letters, and discussion papers.

Tropical Agricultural biodiversity (TRAB) is a highly dynamic journal, determined by a matrix of human factors and feedbacks, in addition to underlying natural conditions. The journal emphasizes the importance of tropical agricultural biodiversity at the ecosystems, species, and genetic levels, and promotes the agro-ecosystems approach to conservation.

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