International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research - Portugal Revista Internacional de Investigação Ambiental e Agrícola - Portugal
Top Agriculture Journal in Portugal | Revista Agrícola Líder em Portugal
ISSN: 2454-1850 | NAAS Rating: 4.23 | R Impact Factor: 4.38 | DOI: 10.25125/agriculture-journal | Indexed in CrossRef, Google Scholar, WorldCat
Portugal's Agriculture Sector at a Glance | Setor Agrícola Português em Resumo
World's Largest
Cork Producer | Cortiça
EU's Largest
Tomato Producer (processed)
World's Largest
Carob Producer
World Leader in
Sustainable Forestry (Cork Oaks)
Source: Instituto Nacional de Estatística (INE), Ministério da Agricultura, 2024 Report
Portugal's Agricultural Landscape | Paisagem Agrícola Portuguesa
Portugal, with a population of over 10.3 million, has a rich agricultural heritage shaped by its Atlantic climate, Mediterranean influences, and diverse geography. The country is world-famous for its cork (sobreiro), port wine (Douro Valley), olive oil (Alentejo), tomatoes (processed), carob, chestnuts, almonds, and stone fruits. Portugal is the world's largest cork producer, exporting over 50% of global cork.
The agricultural sector has undergone significant modernization with large-scale irrigation projects (Alqueva Dam) transforming the Alentejo region into a major producer of olives, tomatoes, and wine grapes. The government's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Strategic Plan and National Strategy for Sustainable Agriculture focus on innovation, sustainability, and export growth. IJOEAR provides Portuguese agricultural researchers with a prestigious international platform to publish their findings.
Cork Production | Produção de Cortiça
Portugal produces over 100,000 tons of cork annually, representing 50% of global cork production. The cork oak forests (montado) are UNESCO-protected ecosystems.
Wine & Port Production | Vinho e Produção de Porto
Portugal is famous for its Douro Valley (Port wine), Alentejo, Dão, and Vinho Verde regions. Port wine is a unique fortified wine aged in oak barrels.
About IJOEAR: Your Partner in Agricultural Research | O Seu Parceiro em Investigação Agrícola
The International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) is a prestigious, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing agricultural and environmental sciences globally. We provide Portuguese researchers, agricultural scientists, and environmental professionals with a respected platform to publish their groundbreaking findings and contribute to the global agricultural community.
With our commitment to quality, speed, and visibility, IJOEAR ensures that agricultural research from Portugal reaches a worldwide audience, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange that addresses both local and global food security challenges.
Open Access
Acesso AbertoRapid Review
4-6 weeks | 4-6 semanasGlobal Indexing
WorldCat, Google ScholarTop Portuguese Universities & Research Institutions Publishing in IJOEAR | Principais Universidades e Instituições de Investigação Portuguesas
Researchers from these leading Portuguese institutions have published their work in IJOEAR, contributing to the advancement of agricultural science in Portugal:
- University of Lisbon
- University of Porto
- University of Coimbra
- University of Évora
- University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD)
- University of Algarve
- INIAV (National Institute for Agrarian and Veterinary Research)
- Instituto Superior de Agronomia (ISA)
- Cork Oak Research Station
These institutions represent Portugal's commitment to excellence in agricultural and environmental research.
Portugal's Agricultural Research Priorities | Prioridades da Investigação Agrícola Portuguesa
Portugal's Ministry of Agriculture (Ministério da Agricultura) and research institutions have identified key priority areas that align perfectly with IJOEAR's scope:
Cork & Forestry Research | Investigação sobre Cortiça e Floresta
- Cork oak (Quercus suber) sustainable harvesting
- Montado ecosystem conservation and biodiversity
- Cork quality improvement and processing
- Disease management (Phytophthora cinnamomi)
- Reforestation and cork oak breeding
Wine & Port Research | Investigação sobre Vinho e Vinho do Porto
- Port wine ageing and quality research
- Indigenous grape varieties (Touriga Nacional, Alvarinho)
- Climate change adaptation in Douro Valley
- DOC (Denominação de Origem Controlada) certification
- Sustainable viticulture practices
Olive Oil & Horticulture | Azeite e Horticultura
- Olive oil quality (EVOO) and phenolic compounds
- Intensive vs. traditional olive orchards
- Tomato processing varieties (Alqueva region)
- Stone fruit production (peach, cherry, plum)
- Almond and carob research
Water Management & Irrigation | Gestão da Água e Irrigação
- Alqueva Dam irrigation efficiency
- Drought-resistant crop development
- Drip irrigation technology research
- Climate change adaptation in agriculture
- Sustainable water use in semi-arid regions
Cork Research - Portugal's Liquid Gold | Investigação da Cortiça - O Ouro Líquido de Portugal
Portugal is the world's largest cork producer, responsible for over 50% of global cork production. The cork oak forests (montado) in Alentejo are UNESCO-recognized for their biodiversity and sustainability. Research areas include cork harvesting cycles (9-year rotation), quality assessment, cork processing for wine stoppers and insulation, and forest ecosystem conservation. IJOEAR welcomes research from Portugal's cork research institutes.
50%+ of World Cork
Port Wine Research - Douro Valley UNESCO World Heritage | Investigação do Vinho do Porto - Vale do Douro Património Mundial
The Douro Valley is the world's oldest demarcated wine region (1756) and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Portugal produces unique Port wine (fortified wine aged in oak barrels), along with high-quality table wines from the Douro, Alentejo, Dão, and Vinho Verde regions. Research focuses on native grape varieties (Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Alvarinho), climate adaptation, ageing techniques, and DOC certification.
World's Oldest Wine Region
Alqueva Dam - Transforming Alentejo Agriculture | Barragem de Alqueva - Transformando a Agricultura Alentejana
The Alqueva Dam is Europe's largest artificial lake, bringing water to the semi-arid Alentejo region. This has transformed agriculture, enabling large-scale production of olives (super-intensive orchards), tomatoes (processing), and wine grapes. Research focuses on irrigation efficiency, drip irrigation technology, crop adaptation, and sustainable water use - critical for Southern Europe's Mediterranean agriculture.
Europe's Largest Lake
Environmental Research in Portugal | Investigação Ambiental em Portugal
Portugal's diverse environment includes the Atlantic coast, Algarve, Serra da Estrela mountains, cork oak forests, and wetlands (Ria Formosa, Tagus Estuary). IJOEAR welcomes research on wildfire prevention (forest management), desertification in Alentejo, coastal erosion, water resource management, biodiversity conservation, and renewable energy (solar/wind) specific to Portugal's unique ecosystems.
Investigação Ambiental
Wildfire Prevention
Forest management, fuel reduction, fire ecology
Desertification
Alentejo drylands, soil conservation, drought adaptation
Coastal Management
Erosion, sea-level rise, Ria Formosa conservation
Why Portuguese Researchers Choose IJOEAR | Porque é que os Investigadores Portugueses Escolhem a IJOEAR
Rigorous Peer Review
Double-blind peer review ensures quality, reliability, and credibility of published research.
High Visibility & Impact
Indexed in Google Scholar, WorldCat, and Index Copernicus, ensuring global visibility.
Rapid Publication
Average publication time of 4-6 weeks from submission to online publication.
CrossRef DOI Registration
Every article receives a unique DOI for permanent accessibility and citation tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions | Perguntas Frequentes
Comprehensive FAQ for Portuguese Agricultural Researchers
Find answers about submission process, peer review, publication fees, and indexing status.
The average time from submission to publication is 4-6 weeks. Our streamlined peer review ensures rapid publication.
Yes, absolutely! IJOEAR actively welcomes research on cork oak forests, port wine, olive oil, tomatoes, carob, and all aspects of Portuguese agricultural excellence.
- Cork research (sobreiro, montado ecosystem)
- Port wine (Douro Valley, fortified wine research)
- Olive oil (EVOO quality, Alentejo production)
- Tomato processing (Alqueva irrigation)
- Carob and almond research (Algarve)
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Join Portugal's Leading Agricultural Researchers | Junte-se aos Principais Investigadores Agrícolas Portugueses
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