Jurnal Proteksi Tanaman (Journal of Plant Protection) or JPT is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the science and practice of plant protection. The Department of Plant Protection, Universitas Andalas, Indonesia, publishes it twice a year (June and December). The primary objective of JPT is to publish high-quality research articles, laboratory reports, systematic review, and short communications  that adhere to international standards in plant protection. Emphasizing scientific rigor, the journal focuses on research with robust methodology and clear implications for practice and policy. JPT covers various topics, including plant pest science, plant pathology, pesticide toxicology, biological control, ecological engineering, biotechnology for plant protection, and integrated pest management (IPM).

 

In plant pest science, JPT publishes studies on insect pests, weeds, and other harmful organisms that affect crops, forestry, and horticulture. Research exploring the diversity, biology, ecology, and behavior of pests, as well as best management strategies, is a key focus

 

In plant pathology, the journal covers research on diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes that are related to diversity, diagnosis, epidemiology, and control. The journal also welcomes studies on host-pathogen interactions.

 

Pesticide toxicology is another critical area of interest, with a focus on research examining the efficacy, environmental impact, and resistance management of synthetic pesticides. JPT also encourages submissions on botanical and biopesticides as sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides, highlighting their minimal ecological disruption and environmental safety.

 

In biological control, the journal publishes research on using natural enemies, such as predators, parasitoids, and pathogens, their diversity, and how to manage pest populations. Studies on antagonistic organisms that suppress plant diseases through natural mechanisms are also featured.

 

JPT is committed to advancing research in ecological engineering for pest management, particularly in agroecology and sustainable agriculture, emphasizing ecosystem-based approaches to pest control, such as habitat manipulation and conservation biological control.

 

JPT also welcomes cutting-edge research in biotechnology for plant protection, including studies on genetically modified plants with enhanced resistance to pests and diseases. Additionally, JPT publishes research on molecular diagnostics, genomics, and proteomics to understand pest and pathogen dynamics and improve plant protection practices.

 

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is another cornerstone of the journal’s focus, featuring research that develops and evaluates IPM strategies that combine biological, cultural, biochemical, and mechanical control methods. Submissions exploring the economic and environmental benefits of IPM systems are particularly encouraged.