Analysis of 309 articles from 10 volumes of the "Journal of Agricultural Education" revealed that 21 authors published 5 or more articles (49% of all articles). Interviews with these authors found that most were full professors with PhDs. Personal drive, colleagues, graduate school training, and graduate advisors influenced their…

Analysis of 162 articles from the "Journal of Agricultural Education" showed that 11 journals received at least 5 citations (51% of total citations). Agricultural educators tended to publish in only 6 of 18 topics. The number of times an article was cited increased from 4.2 in 1982 to 11 in 1990. (SK)

Citation analysis of 19 issues of the "Journal of Agricultural Education" (1981-90) revealed the following: (1) mean number of articles cited has increased; (2) journals, books, and reports are most frequent sources of citations; and (3) extensive cross-referencing by authors in the same areas indicates a strong self-identity and…

Survey responses from 44 of 62 agricultural department heads showed that "Journal of Agricultural Education" was rated highest for familiarity and quality. Most important factors in faculty evaluation were articles in refereed journals, presentation of papers, and quantity of articles and presentations. (SK)