This journal was published by Ferdowsi University of Mashhad since 1985 under the title of Agricultural Sciences and Industries. It has been published under the title of Plant Protection Sciences since 2007 and under the title of Iranian Plant Protection Research Journal since 2021 until now.

This journal of Iranian Plant Protection Research was published as bi-quarterly (with 2 issues per year) since 2007 and as a quarterly (4 issues per year) since 2010.

This journal covers various cellular, molecular, physiological and biochemical aspects related to the biotic stresses caused by insect pests, phytopathogens (including fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes), weeds and also abiotic stresses (such as drought, salinity, unfavorable temperature, presence of toxic and heavy metals in soil, etc.). Moreover, it guides those interested in identification of destructive agents in plants and stress management strategies and provide up-to-date knowledge in these cases for them. In addition to Research Articles, it also publishes Review Articles and Short Communications containing useful information.