Journal Submissions and Review:
Journal submissions should be sent to:
Dr. Richard Beard, Managing Editor (2007 to present)
The Journal of Agricultural Systems, Technology and Management
1498 North 800 East
Utah State University, UMC 2300
Logan, Utah 84322-2300
Telephone #: (435) 797-0573; FAX #: (435) 797-4002
Email Address: rbeard@cc.usu.edu
Manuscript Submission:
Manuscripts should be submitted to the managing editor for publication consideration.
Recommended Topics:
Manuscripts should relate to (a) agricultural systems, technology, or management, (b) agricultural education, emerging technologies in education, and/or (c) other agri-industrial applications. Research findings my be presented as the outcome of statistical analysis, a report of the quantitative measurements, an investigative or case study, and as an opinion paper based on a detailed review of information and experience.
Manuscript Requirements for Publication:
1. A Microsoft Word file, sent as an attached to an email, should be formatted as:
a. Double spaced
b. At least 12 point font
c. All pages numbered
2. A revised version of the manuscript, with the authors names removed, will be forwarded as a PDF attachment to a minimum of three reviewers. It is the author’s responsibility to satisfy all of the requirements for publication in this journal.
3. By submission of a manuscript for publication consideration, the authors guarantee to the Journal that:
a. This manuscript has not been published in another journal and is not under consideration for publication in another journal.
b. Portions of the material appearing in this manuscript may have been presented as a paper presentation, poster presentation, graduate thesis or dissertation, or have been published in the record of another organization, but the manuscript submitted for publication in this Journal must reflect a complete investigative effort.
c. The publication and content of this manuscript must has been approved by all coauthors, as well as by the responsible authorities at the institute where the work has been carried out.
d. If and when the manuscript is accepted for publication, the authors agree to automatic transfer of the copyright to the publisher.
e. The manuscript will not be published elsewhere in any language without the consent of the copyright holders.
f. Written permission of the copyright holder has been obtained by the authors for material used from other copyrighted sources.
g. Any costs associated with obtaining this permission are the author’s responsibility.
4. Either metric and/or English units are acceptable. Authors should use units appropriate for the intended audience.
Title Page:
1. The title should be indicative of content. It should capture the interest of the reader and correctly identify the topic of the manuscript. The length of the title should be kept to a minimum.
2. The running title should be a maximum of 30 characters, including spaces.
3. The name, title, address, and affiliation should be included for each author. The email address and telephone number for the lead or responsible author should also be included
4. A statement should be included that identifies the primary audience. To determine appropriateness for the Journal and assist in selecting reviewers, the author should indicate clearly what group within the agricultural community will benefit from the content of the article.
Abstract:
The abstract is intended to give readers with diverse backgrounds a general appreciation of the manuscript’s content. It should be written so that those not directly involved with the topic can read at least this section to keep abreast of areas other than their own. The abstract should not exceed 200 words.
Review of Literature:
Authors should demonstrate an in depth investigation of current literature related to the manuscript’s content by a thorough review of literature with appropriately referenced citations. In order to convey the credibility and professionalism necessary, authors should survey current literature relevant to the topic. Manuscripts submitted without an appropriate review of literature or lacking sufficient current references will be returned to authors for completion. In recent years, the most common assessment from reviewers is that manuscripts have inadequate literature reviews or that the references rely too heavily on non-refereed Internet sources. There is no set number of references that is appropriate, but an average number of references might be 20 references for each 10 pages of double spaced manuscript length.
References and Notes (with Acknowledgements):
References should adhere to the style set forth in the current issues of this publication. Some examples of the most commonly referenced information follows.
BOOK:
Smith, A.T. and J.I Wilson (2003). Understanding life and death: A collection of life experiences. Tuscon, AZ, Southwestern Press.
JOURNAL ARTICLES:
Sorrels, C.I., LM. Owen, and H.T. Albert (2006). New uses for nature’s helper: Manure on the farm.
Compost Monthly, 4, 313-350.
REPORTS:
Franklin, B.R., S. Needham, and L.W. Allen (2005). Early identification of market changes for
America (Report No. 79-1001). Economic planning Guide.
PROCEEDINGS:
Jones, S., A.P. Cort, R.B. James, E.F. Holder, and N.R. Harris (2007). The growth of the individual. In G. I. Helms (Ed.), Proceedings of the Second Annual Growth Association Conference (pp. 20-25). Atlanta, GA: Davis Press.
ONLINE PERIODICAL:
Roman, A.E., A.L. Author, and B.B. Wing (2006). As is well at home. Weekly Home and Family, 23, 47623. Retrieved Jume 21, 2006, from URL.
ONLINE DOCUMENT:
Alice, J.O. and N.I. Jones. (2004). Title of work. Retrieved month day, year, from source.
INTERNET ARTICLES BASED ON PRINT SOURCE:
Vandenhouse, S.T., G.W Knapp, and S.P. Doe (2003). Role of reference elements in the selection of resources by psychology undergraduates Electronic version. Journal of Bibliographic
Research, 5, 117-123.
ARTICLE ON AN INTERNET JOURNAL:
Glueckauf, R.L., J. Whitton, L.D. Baxter, J.G. Kain, J.H. Vogel, S. Hudson, and L.T. Larson. (2006, July). Videocounseling for families of rural teens with epilepsy -- Project update. Telehealth News,2(2). Retrieved from http://www.telehealth.net/subscribe/newslettr4a.html1
STAND ALONE DOCUMENT, NO AUTHOR IDENTIFIED:
GVU's 8th WWW user survey. (n.d.). Retrieved August 8, 2003, from URL
ELECTRONIC COPY OF A JOURNAL ARTICLE, RETRIEVED FROM DATABASE:
Borman, W. C., M.A. Hanson, S.H. Oppler, E.D. Pulakos, and L.A. White (2004). Role of early supervisory experience in supervisor performance. Journal of Applied Psychology, 78, 443-449. Retrieved October 23, 2005, from PsycArticles database.
TABLES
1. Number tables consecutively according to their citation in the text.
2. Each table should appear within the text of the manuscript at a location following the initial citation. Each table should have a clear descriptive heading, so the meaning of the data will be understandable. Tables should be formatted so as to be read from the bottom of the page, the size relationship should be three wide to two tall and the table should be sized to fill the full width of the page for maximum visibility.
3. Indicate footnotes to the tables by lowercase superscript letters, beginning with "a" in each table.
4. Statistical notation can be made with uppercase case superscript letters ("A") or with asterisks, as appropriate. Explanations of statistical notations should follow the footnotes at the bottom of the table.
FIGURES:
1. All figures (photographs, graphs, and diagrams) must be submitted as high quality electronic images. Each figure should appear within the text of the manuscript at a location following the initial citation.
2. Pictures should be in color and the size relationship of all figures should be three wide to two tall and should be sized to fill the full width of the page for maximum visibility.
3. Each figure must be clearly identified with figure number and title/description, so the meaning of the data will be understandable.
4. Number figures consecutively according to their citation in the text.
5. Figures should be limited to the minimum number needed to clarify the text.
Referee Procedure:
The Journal will employ a two stage review process. All manuscripts will first receive a preliminary review by the editors to ensure appropriateness for the Journal. The second review will be a more detailed scrutiny by individuals who work in the subject area addressed in the paper.
The review process will be stringent. Manuscripts will be sent without author identification to referees who will review the information for accuracy, scientific merit, quality, format, clarity and status for publications.
In order to provide feedback to authors who submit manuscripts, all evaluations must have at least a brief explanation for why a reviewer ranks or rates a portion of the manuscript as acceptable or unacceptable. All evaluations returned by reviewers without written explanations are submitted to an alternative reviewer.
Financing Peer-Reviewed Publications:
To finance the cost of preparing the Journal, there is a per page charge for publishing. Additional charges are assessed for each table, figure, diagram, etc. that appears in the Journal. The first author (contact) of each Journal article will be invoiced for these charges when Journal proofs are returned for corrections. Contact the managing editor for information on current page charges and estimates for publication costs.
Please Send Manuscripts to:
Dr. Richard Beard, Managing Editor
The Journal of Agricultural Systems, Technology and Management
1498 North 800 East
Utah State University, UMC 2300
Logan, Utah 84322-2300
Telephone #: (435) 797-0573; FAX #: (435) 797-4002
Email Address: richard.beard@usu.edu |
