Annual Review of Phytopathology

The Annual Review of Phytopathology, abbreviated as Annu. Rev. Phytopathol. (ISSN: 0066-4286), is a preeminent peer-reviewed journal published by Annual Reviews, dedicated to synthesizing and advancing knowledge in the field of plant pathology. Its scope encompasses the full spectrum of plant disease research, from molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis and host resistance to population biology, disease epidemiology, and integrated disease management strategies. The journal exclusively publishes authoritative, invited review articles that critically evaluate recent developments and identify emerging trends, rather than original research reports. This format ensures comprehensive, high-impact syntheses that serve as essential resources for researchers, academics, graduate students, and practicing plant pathologists. The target audience includes professionals in plant science, microbiology, agricultural biotechnology, and crop protection, as well as policymakers and extension specialists seeking state-of-the-art perspectives. A notable feature is its rigorous editorial process, with each volume typically containing 20–25 in-depth reviews commissioned from leading international experts. The journal is not open access by default but offers open access options for individual articles under a Creative Commons license. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 13.200 and consistently ranked in the JCR Quartile 1 (Q1), the Annual Review of Phytopathology stands as the highest-impact journal in its specific discipline, widely regarded as the definitive resource for critical, forward-looking reviews that shape the trajectory of plant pathology research and application.