West Science Interdisciplinary Studies Vol. 01, No. 10, October and 2023: pp. 978-993 Journal homepage: https://wsj.westscience-press.com/index.php/wsis Exploring Key Insights for the Future in Agricultural Policy Research for Sustainability Imam Hanafi 1 , Loso Judijanto 2 , Puji Wahyu Mulyani 3 , Effy Roefaida 4 1 Universitas Brawijaya and imamhanafi@ub.ac.id 2 Indonesia Palm Oil Strategic Studies (IPOSS) and losojudijantobumn@gmail.com 3 Politeknik Pembangunan Pertanian Medan and puji.wahyu101@gmail.com 4 Universitas Nusa Cendana and roefaida.koe@gmail.com ABSTRACT This research employs bibliometric analysis to explore key insights for the future in agricultural policy research, with a focus on sustainability. The study delves into publication trends, citation patterns, co- authorship networks, and keyword analyses to unravel the intricate landscape of scholarly contributions. The most-cited works, spanning seminal contributions to participatory action research and sustainable rural livelihoods, reveal foundational texts that have shaped the field. Clustering analysis elucidates thematic concentrations, ranging from climate change and artificial intelligence to biodiversity and education. Furthermore, the occurrence of terms such as "Common Agricultural Policy" and "Governance" underscores the central role of policy frameworks and collaborative decision-making in agricultural sustainability. The abstract concludes by highlighting the implications of these findings for future research directions and policy formulations, emphasizing the interdisciplinary and transformative nature required for sustainable agricultural practices. Keywords: Agricultural Policy, Sustainability, Bibliometric Analysis 1. INTRODUCTION Sustainable agricultural policies aim to balance economic viability, environmental stewardship, and social equity. These policies can be implemented in various ways, and their effectiveness can be influenced by a range of factors [1]–[3]. One approach to ensuring economic viability is through supply chain contracts. A study on the Italian durum wheat sector found that these contracts can help build stable relationships between various players in the supply chain, from production to processing and distribution. This stability can lead to fairer and more remunerative raw material purchase prices and higher quality standards, thus promoting economic sustainability [4]. Environmental stewardship can be promoted through policies that strengthen environmental governance and promote green, low-carbon practices [5]–[8]. A study in China found that such policies can directly and indirectly affect agricultural green total factor productivity, which is key to sustainable agriculture [9]. Social equity in sustainable agricultural policies can be addressed by focusing on the social aspects of sustainable development, in addition to environmental sustainability. For instance, a study in South Africa found that higher education policy shows minimal concern for sustainable development, suggesting that more emphasis needs to be placed on social equity in sustainable agricultural policies [10]. The relationship between sustainable agricultural policies and various factors can be complex. For example, a study in Algeria found that farmers who used land acquisition and financing policies were less likely to specialize in greenhouse production, suggesting that these policies may not always lead to the desired outcomes [11]. Another study in China found that land