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Journal of Tropical Soils

University of Lampung · Indonesia

ISSN0852-257XeISSN2086-6682
DOAJOpen Access
52
/ 100
Established
PubScope credibility score from verifiable indexing & ethics signals
Score Breakdown
DOAJ-listed52
Total52

Aims & Scope

Journal of Tropical Soils (JTS) is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of soil science, with a particular emphasis on soils of tropical regions. The journal publishes original research articles that contribute significantly to the understanding, management, and sustainable use of soils in these climates—regions that play a critical role in global food security, biodiversity, and climate regulation. The journal welcomes contributions across a wide spectrum of soil science disciplines, including but not limited to: Soil physics and soil conservation; Soil mineralogy; Soil chemistry and soil fertility; Soil biochemistry; Soil genesis and classification; Soil survey and land evaluation; Land development Environmental management; and related subjects in which using soil from tropical areas. The journal particularly encourages interdisciplinary research that integrates soil science with agronomy, ecology, environmental science, and land use planning in tropical and subtropical settings. Manuscripts that offer innovative methodologies, comparative studies, or regionally impactful case studies are of special interest. Journal of Tropical Soils (JTS) aims to serve as a global platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers committed to understanding and managing tropical soils for sustainable development.

General Information

Country / RegionIndonesia
Primary LanguageIndonesian, English
1st Year Published
FrequencyThree times a year
StatusActive
Total Publications
Publisher OrgLampung University
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Submission Info

APC Cost$125Below median
Peer ReviewDouble anonymous peer review
Review Time
Acceptance Rate
OA LicenseCC BY
OA Rate

Ethics & Quality

COPE Member✗ No
OASPA Member✗ No
Not on Predatory Lists✓ Yes
Plagiarism Detection✓ Yes

Think.Check.Submit Compliance

10/12 · 83%
Do you know the journal / publisher?
University of Lampung
Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
Is the ISSN verified?
0852-257X / 2086-6682
Indexed in a trusted database?
DOAJ
Peer review process documented?
Double anonymous peer review
Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
APC fees clearly disclosed?
$125
Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
Long-term digital preservation?
N/A
Plagiarism detection in place?
Yes
Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
Primary language documented?
Indonesian, English

Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.

Publication & Citation Trend

Articles published
Citations received
36
80
2019
23
65
2020
24
39
2021
20
23
2022
27
33
2023
14
5
2024
19
5
2025
6
0
2026

Source: OpenAlex · Each year’s green bar = citations earned by that year’s papers, counted to date — so recent years look lower simply because their papers haven’t had time to be cited yet.

Subject Classification

Research Topics (OpenAlex)

Plant Growth and Agriculture TechniquesSoil Carbon and Nitrogen DynamicsSoil and Land Suitability AnalysisRice Cultivation and Yield ImprovementAgricultural Development and ManagementOil Palm Production and SustainabilityAgricultural Science and FertilizationForest Ecology and ConservationAgricultural and Environmental ManagementPhosphorus and nutrient management

Frequently asked questions about Journal of Tropical Soils

Is Journal of Tropical Soils a predatory journal?

PubScope has no integrity flags on record for Journal of Tropical Soils: it is indexed in DOAJ, and is not on DOAJ's withdrawn list. Its PubScope Trust Score is 52/100. Indexing is a transparency signal, not a guarantee — always confirm fit and policies before submitting.

What is the impact factor of Journal of Tropical Soils?

Journal of Tropical Soils is not in the Web of Science Core Collection, so it has no official Clarivate Journal Impact Factor.

Is Journal of Tropical Soils indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?

Journal of Tropical Soils is indexed in DOAJ.

What is the aims and scope of Journal of Tropical Soils?

Journal of Tropical Soils (JTS) is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of soil science, with a particular emphasis on soils of tropical regions. The journal publishes original research articles that contribute significantly to the understanding, management, and sustainable use of soils in these climates—regions that play a critical role in global food security, biodiversity, and climate regulation. The journal welcomes contributions across a wide spectrum of soil science disciplines, including but not limited to: Soil physics and soil conservation; Soil minera

How much does it cost to publish in Journal of Tropical Soils?

Journal of Tropical Soils charges an article processing charge (APC) of about $125 for open-access publication.

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Data updated: 2026-05-26 · Sources: SJR, DOAJ, OpenAlex, WoS, Crossref