FAQs

We accept various types of articles, including:
• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles
• Case Studies

No, our journal does not charge a submission fee. However, there may be publication fees once your article is accepted. These fees are detailed in the "Instructions for Authors" section on our website.

If your article is accepted for publication, there may be a publication fee. The specific fee details can be found on our "Instructions for Authors" page.

The typical timeline for processing your manuscript is as follows: the average time from submission to the first decision is 5 days, with the peer review process taking around 14 days. From submission to the first post-review decision, it typically takes about 30 days. Once accepted, your article will be published online within 12 days. Please note that these timelines may vary depending on the complexity of the manuscript and reviewer availability.

Yes, our journal is registered with Crossref. This registration allows us to assign Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) to all articles published in the journal, ensuring they are easily discoverable and properly attributed in academic citations. Being registered with Crossref also enhances the accessibility and visibility of our content within the global research community.

Our journal is currently indexed in several reputable databases, including Crossref, Google Scholar, Scribd, and Academia. Additionally, we are actively applying to other prominent indexing services, and our applications are currently under review. We are committed to ensuring our journal is accessible and discoverable through leading academic platforms to maximize the reach and impact of the research we publish.

Currently, our journal is not indexed in Scopus or Web of Science. However, we are actively working towards meeting the criteria for inclusion in these prestigious databases. Our commitment to maintaining high academic standards and publishing quality research remains a top priority, and we are continuously striving to enhance the journal's visibility and impact within the global scholarly community.

At present, our journal is not registered with CLOCKSS, LOCKSS, SHERPA/RoMEO, or DOAJ. However, we are continuously evaluating and working towards expanding the journal’s presence in key preservation and open access directories. We prioritize the long-term accessibility and visibility of our content and are committed to meeting the standards required for inclusion in these essential services in due course.

Our journal focuses on publishing high-quality research in sustainable agricultural development, agricultural extension, rural development, and environmental sustainability. We accept original research articles, reviews, and case studies that contribute to advancing knowledge in the field.

To submit your manuscript, please visit our submission portal. You will need to create an account and follow the instructions provided for submitting your manuscript and accompanying documents.

Manuscripts must follow the specific guidelines available on our website. These include formatting instructions, reference style, word count, and other details for manuscript preparation. Please ensure your manuscript complies with these requirements before submission.

Yes, you may suggest reviewers when submitting your manuscript. However, the journal's editorial board will make the final decision on the selection of reviewers.

Our journal uses a double-blind peer review process where the identities of both the authors and the reviewers are kept confidential. This means that when authors submit their manuscripts for publication, the editors ensure that the reviewers evaluating the paper do not know the identity of the authors, and vice versa. The peer review ensures that only high-quality, scientifically sound articles are published.

Once your manuscript is submitted, you can log in to our submission portal to track its status. You will be notified of any updates, such as reviewer comments, decisions, and revisions.

If your article is rejected, we will provide detailed feedback from the reviewers. You can revise the manuscript based on this feedback and submit it to any other journal.

Yes, you can withdraw your manuscript at any time before it is accepted for publication. To withdraw, please contact the editorial office and include your manuscript reference number. However, it is unethical to withdraw a submitted manuscript from our journal if accepted by another journal. For more details, please see Withdrawal of Manuscripts section in “Instructions for authors” on our website.

Yes, all articles published in our journal are open access and can be freely accessed by anyone around the world.

If you experience any technical difficulties with the submission portal, please contact us at editor.jpps@jplantps.org, and we will assist you promptly.

Articles published in the journal should be cited following APA style 6th edition guidelines. You can access the citation guide on our website under "Home".

f you are interested in becoming a reviewer, please visit our reviewer registration page [link] and submit your details. We welcome experts in the field to volunteer as reviewers.

If you have any further questions, please contact us at editor.jpps@jplantps.org or visit our "Contact Us" page on the website.