Submissions

Author Guidelines

Thank you for considering the Journal of Agricultural Research and Entrepreneurship (JARE) for the publication of your research. To ensure a smooth submission and review process, please read and adhere to the following guidelines carefully.

1. Editorial Policies

1.1. Originality and Permissions
Only original work that has not been published elsewhere and is not under consideration by another journal should be submitted. Authors are responsible for obtaining written permission to include any copyrighted material (e.g., photographs, maps, figures, extensive quotations) with their submission. Evidence of this permission must be provided upon request.

1.2. Authorship
All persons listed as authors must have made a significant intellectual contribution to the work and must consent to be identified as an author. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors have approved the final version of the manuscript and agreed to its submission.

1.3. Ethical Compliance
For research involving human or animal subjects, authors must declare that the study was approved by an appropriate institutional ethics committee, in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country. A statement confirming this approval, including the name of the ethics committee and reference number, must be included in the manuscript's methodology section.

1.4. Desk Rejection
Submissions that do not meet JARE's minimum standards of quality may be desk-rejected by the editors without peer review. Common reasons for desk rejection include:

• The manuscript falls outside the journal's Aim and Scope.

• It fails to meet basic linguistic and stylistic standards.

• The study design is fundamentally flawed.

• The research lacks a clear, structured argument.

• The title is vague or the abstract is non-informative and cannot stand alone.

2. Article Types

JARE invites submissions in the following categories:

• Original Research Articles: Detailed studies reporting novel findings. (5,000-8,000 words, including references).

• Review Articles: Comprehensive, critical surveys of existing literature on a current topic of high interest. (6,000-10,000 words).

• Short Communications: Brief reports of significant, preliminary, or urgent findings. (2,000-4,000 words).

• Case Studies: In-depth analyses of real-world agricultural enterprises, projects, or policy implementations. (4,000-6,000 words).

3. Manuscript Preparation (APA 7th Edition Style)

Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English and prepared in accordance with the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition.

3.1. File Format and General Formatting

• Submit your manuscript as a single Word document (.doc or .docx).

• Use a standard font (e.g., 12-point Times New Roman).

• Double-space all text, including the abstract, block quotations, and references.

• Use 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides.

• Page numbers should be in the top right-hand corner.

• The manuscript should be compiled in the following order: Title page, Abstract, Main text, References, Appendices (if any), Tables, and Figures.

3.2. Title Page
The first page must include:

1. A concise and informative title.

2. Full names of all authors.

3. Institutional affiliation(s) for each author (Department, University, Country).

4. Author identifiers (e.g., ORCID ID) are strongly encouraged.

5. Corresponding author's email address and full postal address.

3.3. Abstract and Keywords

• The second page should contain the Abstract.

• The abstract must be a single paragraph, not exceeding 250 words, and should be able to stand alone. It should state the purpose, key methods, main results, and the study's conclusion.

• Provide 4-6 keywords immediately after the abstract.

3.4. Main Text Structure

• Original Research Articles should typically follow the IMRaD structure:

  • Introduction: State the problem, research question, and objectives, with a review of relevant literature.

  • Methodology: Describe the research design, participants, materials, and procedures in sufficient detail to allow for replication.

  • Results: Present your findings clearly and logically. Use tables and figures for clarity, but do not repeat their content in the text.

  • Discussion: Interpret the results, discuss their implications, and relate them to previous research. State the study's limitations.

  • Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and their significance, and suggest directions for future research.

3.5. References

• All sources cited in the text must appear in the reference list, and all entries in the reference list must be cited in the text.

• Use the APA 7th Edition style for in-text citations and the reference list.

• In-text citations should follow the (Author, Year) format.

  • One author: (Adekunle, 2022)

  • Two authors: (Bello & Chukwu, 2021)

  • Three or more authors: (Dauda et al., 2023)

• Reference List Examples:

  • Journal Article:
    Adekunle, A. A. (2022). Sustainable soil management practices for maize production in Northern Nigeria. *Journal of Agricultural Science, 15*(3), 45-60. https://doi.org/10.1234/jas.2022.12345

  • Book:
    Bello, G., & Chukwu, M. (2021). *Principles of agribusiness finance*. Academic Press Limited.

  • Chapter in an Edited Book:
    Dauda, S. M., & Ibrahim, F. (2023). The role of women in agricultural entrepreneurship. In K. O. Adebayo (Ed.), *Gender and development in Africa* (pp. 101-120). Greenfield Publishers.

  • Website:
    Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). (2020). *The state of food security and nutrition in the world*. http://www.fao.org/state-of-food-security-nutrition

3.6. Tables and Figures

• Each table and figure should be placed on a separate page at the end of the manuscript.

• Number all tables and figures consecutively (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1) and include a brief, descriptive title/caption.

• Indicate the approximate location of each table and figure within the main text (e.g., [Insert Table 1 here]).

Pre-Submission Checklist

Before submitting, please ensure your manuscript complies with all of the following:

• Cover Letter: A brief cover letter explaining the significance of your work is included.

• Title Page: The title is concise; all authors are listed with their affiliations and ORCIDs; the corresponding author's contact details are provided.

• Abstract & Keywords: The abstract is under 250 words, self-contained, and summarizes the key findings. 4-6 keywords are provided.

• Main Text: The manuscript is structured correctly (e.g., IMRaD), is double-spaced, and uses clear, concise language.

• References: All in-text citations are correctly formatted and have a corresponding entry in the reference list, which is formatted in APA 7th Edition style.

• Tables & Figures: Each table and figure is on a separate page, clearly labeled, and its placement is noted in the text.

• Ethics & Permissions: Necessary ethical approval statements and permissions for copyrighted material are included.

• Proofreading: The manuscript has been thoroughly proofread for grammatical and typographical errors.

How to Submit:
Please submit your manuscript electronically through our online submission system at https://journal.quantafrontiersals.com/index.php/jare