Advances in Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences

Editorial Process

Introduction

At Advances in Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences, we strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and integrity in our editorial process. Our goal is to ensure that all submitted manuscripts undergo a thorough and transparent review process. Below is an overview of our editorial process, designed to support authors and enhance the quality of published research.

1. Submission of Manuscripts

Authors are invited to submit their manuscripts through our online submission system. The submission should include all necessary components, such as:

• A cover letter
• The main manuscript
• Tables, figures, or supplementary materials (if applicable)

2. Initial Evaluation

Upon submission, the editorial team conducts an initial evaluation to assess the manuscript's suitability for our journal. This includes:

• Checking the manuscript for adherence to our submission guidelines
• Ensuring that the topic aligns with the scope of the journal
• Assessing the overall quality and originality of the research

If the manuscript does not meet these criteria, it may be rejected without further review.

3. Peer Review Process

Manuscripts that pass the initial evaluation are sent for peer review. This process typically involves:

• Selecting two or more independent experts in the field to review the manuscript
• Reviewers assess the quality, relevance, and originality of the research and provide constructive feedback
• The review process usually takes 4-6 weeks, although this may vary depending on the reviewers' availability

4. Decision Making

After receiving the reviewers' feedback, the editorial team evaluates the comments and recommendations. The possible decisions include:

• Accept: The manuscript is accepted for publication with no or minimal revisions required.
• Revise and Resubmit: The authors are invited to make revisions based on the reviewers' feedback and resubmit the manuscript for further consideration.
• Reject: The manuscript does not meet the journal's standards or scope, and is not suitable for publication.

Authors will receive detailed feedback, regardless of the decision, to assist them in improving their work.

5. Final Acceptance and Publication

If the manuscript is accepted, it goes through the following steps:

• Copyediting: The manuscript is copyedited for clarity, grammar, and formatting.
• Proofreading: Authors will receive proofs of their manuscript to review and make any final corrections.
• Publication: Once the authors approve the proofs, the article is scheduled for publication in an upcoming issue of the journal.

6. Post-Publication

After publication, we encourage authors to promote their work through social media, conferences, and other platforms to maximize visibility and impact.

Transparency and Ethics

Our editorial process adheres to strict ethical guidelines. We value transparency and integrity in all aspects of the review process, ensuring that all manuscripts are evaluated fairly and without bias. We also have policies in place to address any potential conflicts of interest.