Submissions

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Submitted manuscripts must be prepared as a Microsoft Word document (doc/docx) and written in clear English. Papers should be typed in 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, on A4 paper with 25 mm margins on all sides. The manuscript should be properly structured with appropriate sections and complete authors’ information. The total length must not exceed 15 pages, including tables and figures. Submissions exceeding this limit will be rejected without review.

Manuscripts should follow the APA 7th edition referencing style. Authors are strongly encouraged to consult the Guide for Authors and ensure compliance with the journal’s requirements regarding authorship, formatting, referencing, and ethical standards. While strict formatting may be enforced after acceptance, manuscripts must substantially adhere to the journal’s guidelines at the point of submission.

All submissions to the Journal of Agricultural Technology should be made through the online submission portal:
https://cridjournals.com/index.php/jat/about/submissions

Upon submission, manuscripts will be assigned to an Editor within two (2) working days, and authors will be notified of the editorial decision within one week.

Preparation of Manuscript

Manuscripts must be written in English and should not exceed 8000 words, including references, tables, and figures. A short running title (not exceeding 100 letters and spaces) must be provided in addition to the full title.

Title Page

The title page should be informative and concise and must include the name(s) of author(s), institutional affiliations, office addresses, and e-mail addresses.

Abstract

Provide a single-paragraph abstract not exceeding 250 words. It should briefly state the background, aim, methodology, significant results, and conclusions of the research.

Keywords

Five (5) keywords are required.

Highlight

Provide highlights in the form of bulleted points. A graphical abstract may also be included where appropriate.

Introduction

The introduction should present essential background information and relevant references. Clearly state the objectives of the study, its relevance or contribution, a brief review of related works, and the identified research gap(s).

Materials and Methods

Describe in detail the materials and methods used in the research. Cite sources where necessary.

Results

Present the findings of the study clearly and logically. Results should be supported with appropriate tables, figures, and statistical analyses where applicable. Avoid repeating data in both text and tables or figures; summarize key findings in the text while detailed data are presented in tables or illustrations.

Discussion

Interpret and analyze the results in relation to the objectives of the study and existing literature. Highlight the significance of the findings, explain any unexpected outcomes, and compare results with previous studies. Clearly state the practical, theoretical, or policy implications where relevant.

Summary

Provide a concise summary of the main findings of the study. This section should briefly restate the purpose of the research and the most important outcomes without introducing new information.

Conclusion

Clearly state the conclusions drawn from the study based on the results obtained. Emphasize the contribution of the research and, where appropriate, provide recommendations for practice, policy, or further research.

References

All references cited in the text must appear in the reference list and vice versa. References must be formatted according to APA 7th edition style. Ensure accuracy and completeness of all bibliographic details.