Author Guidelines
Jurnal Agrium (Journal of Agricultural Research) is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing original research articles, reviews, and short communications across all fields of agricultural science. To ensure uniformity, scientific rigor, and smooth processing, authors are required to prepare manuscripts in accordance with the following detailed guidelines.
1. Manuscript Submission
All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the Jurnal Agrium Online Journal System (OJS) at the Online Submission section. Submissions sent by email or other means will not be processed. The online submission system ensures traceability, efficient communication between authors and editors, and the integrity of the review process. Authors are advised to create an account, complete their profile, and upload the manuscript together with any supplementary materials as separate files when applicable.
Before submission, authors should carefully check that the manuscript complies with the formatting, structure, and reference requirements outlined in these guidelines. Failure to follow these instructions may delay the review and publication process.
2. Language and Writing Quality
All manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct Bahasa Indonesia or English. Authors bear full responsibility for the linguistic quality, precision of scientific terms, and logical flow of their text. Non-native English speakers are strongly encouraged to have their manuscripts reviewed by a professional language editor prior to submission. Manuscripts written in poor English or with unclear scientific expression may be returned to the authors without external review.
3. Formatting Requirements
3.1 Line and Page Numbering
Manuscripts must be prepared with double spacing throughout the text, including references, tables, and figure captions. Continuous line numbering should be applied from the first page to the last to facilitate the review process. All pages must be numbered consecutively. Manuscripts lacking line numbers or page numbers may be returned to the authors for correction prior to review.
3.2 Page Layout
Manuscripts should be typed on one side of A4-sized paper (210 × 297 mm) using 12-point Times New Roman font, with margins of 2.5 cm on all sides. The text should be left-aligned, and paragraphs should begin without indentation. The entire document, including tables, figure captions, and references, should be double-spaced to enhance readability during review.
3.3 Length of Manuscripts
The length of the manuscript depends on the type and scope of the article. Full research papers generally range from 10 to 45 pages, inclusive of figures, tables, and references. Review papers may be longer if justified by the comprehensiveness of the topic. Short communications should not exceed 10 pages. Authors are encouraged to examine recently published papers in Jurnal Agrium to familiarize themselves with the typical length and structure expected.
4. Scientific Notations and Nomenclature
All scientific notations, symbols, and measurements must conform to the International System of Units (SI). Biological species names must follow the rules of Binomial Nomenclature, italicized and including the authority at first mention (for example, Oryza sativa L.). Chemical compounds, isotopes, and abbreviations must be used consistently and defined at first use. Common agricultural terms should be expressed clearly and, where possible, standardized in accordance with international usage.
5. Footnotes
Footnotes are not permitted in the main text of the manuscript. All essential explanatory notes or supplementary remarks should be incorporated into the main body of the text, presented within parentheses, or included as endnotes where appropriate. The use of footnotes disrupts the continuity of the article and may cause formatting difficulties during production.
6. Manuscript Preparation
There is no rigid template for manuscript preparation; however, authors must follow formal scientific writing standards and maintain uniformity throughout the document. Continuous line and page numbering is mandatory. A reference template is available on the journal website to assist authors in structuring their work consistently with the journal’s format.
6.1 Structure of the Manuscript
The manuscript should contain the following major sections, presented in the order listed below:
Title
Author(s) and Affiliations
Abstract
Keywords
Introduction
Materials and Methods
Results and Discussion
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
Author Contributions Statement
Data Availability Statement
Competing Interests
Funding
References
7. Components of the Manuscript
7.1 Title
The title should be concise, specific, and informative, accurately reflecting the content of the article. It should avoid unnecessary words, abbreviations, and formulae, unless they are standard within the discipline. For example:
“Effect of organic and inorganic fertilizers on maize (Zea mays L.) growth and yield under tropical conditions.”
7.2 Author Names and Affiliations
Authors should provide their full given names and family names. Affiliations must indicate the institution where the research was conducted and include the department, institution name, city, postal code, and country. Each author’s affiliation should be denoted by a superscript lowercase letter that corresponds to the institution listed below the author names. The corresponding author should be clearly identified with an asterisk (*) and should provide a full correspondence address and a valid email. Authors are encouraged to include their ORCID iD to ensure proper attribution.
7.3 Abstract
The abstract must be a single paragraph of no more than 300 words. It should clearly summarize the research objectives, methods, principal findings, and major conclusions. The abstract must be self-contained and understandable without reference to the main text. References should not be cited in the abstract. Abbreviations should be avoided unless absolutely necessary, and any abbreviations used must be defined at first mention.
7.4 Keywords
Authors should provide between three and seven keywords that accurately represent the central themes of the study. Keywords should be written in English, separated by commas, and should not include conjunctions or overly broad terms. Effective keywords increase the discoverability of the article in academic databases.
8. Optional Elements
8.1 Graphical Abstract
A graphical abstract is optional but encouraged. It provides a concise, visual summary of the article’s key findings or methodology, facilitating reader engagement. Authors may submit a graphical abstract after peer review, along with the revised manuscript. The image must have a minimum resolution of 777 pixels in height and 1333 pixels in width, remain legible when displayed at 7 × 13 cm, and be submitted in TIFF, PNG, JPEG, EPS, or Microsoft Office formats.
8.2 Article Highlights
Article highlights are also optional. They should consist of three to five concise bullet points summarizing the most significant findings or innovations of the study. Each point should be no more than 75 characters, including spaces. Highlights must be submitted as a separate editable document labeled clearly (e.g., AuthorName_Highlights.docx). If authors choose to provide article highlights, they should accompany the graphical abstract.
9. Tables and Figures
Tables and figures should be of high quality, properly numbered, and accompanied by descriptive titles or captions. Figures must be numbered sequentially and labeled clearly (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.), with captions placed below the figures. Tables should have their titles placed above. All visual materials must be submitted in editable formats and, where applicable, in high-resolution files (minimum 550 dpi). Acceptable formats include TIFF, PNG, JPEG, EPS, and Microsoft Office files. Poor-quality images will not be accepted for publication.
10. Supplementary Materials
Supplementary materials may include additional datasets, tables, figures, videos, or other content that supports the main article. All supplementary files must be directly relevant to the research and clearly described in the manuscript. Each file should have a descriptive name reflecting its content. Acceptable file formats include PDF, Word, Excel, JPEG, MPEG, and ZIP. All supplementary materials undergo peer review and must be submitted simultaneously with the main manuscript.
Authors must ensure they have obtained appropriate permissions for any third-party materials included in the supplementary files. References to supplementary content should be made explicitly within the main text to guide readers.
11. Acknowledgments
The acknowledgments section should appear immediately before the references. It should include recognition of individuals, institutions, or funding agencies that contributed to the research but did not meet the criteria for authorship. This section may also mention language editing assistance, field support, or research permissions, as applicable.
12. References
Every reference cited in the text must appear in the reference list, and every item in the reference list must be cited in the text. The journal follows the APA (7th Edition) reference style. Authors are encouraged to use citation management software such as EndNote, Mendeley, Zotero, or Citavi. All references should include Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) when available to ensure accurate indexing and retrieval.
Examples of reference formats:
Journal Article:
Sutaryo, D., & Rahmawati, N. (2021). The effect of soil moisture and nitrogen application on rice productivity in lowland ecosystems. Journal of Agricultural Science, 15(3), 211–220. https://doi.org/10.1234/jas.2021.0321
Book:
Gomez, K. A., & Gomez, A. A. (1984). Statistical procedures for agricultural research (2nd ed.). John Wiley & Sons.
Book Chapter:
Harris, D., & Singh, R. (2020). Advances in sustainable soil management for crop productivity. In T. Johnson & M. Patel (Eds.), Modern Trends in Agricultural Science (pp. 85–120). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-45678-2_4
Thesis:
Andini, P. (2019). Evaluation of integrated pest management strategies for soybean crops in Indonesia [Doctoral dissertation, Universitas Gadjah Mada]. Gadjah Mada University Repository.
All references must be accurate and up-to-date. Inaccurate or incomplete citations may delay indexing and publication.
13. Peer Review Process
All manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review. Following initial editorial screening for scope and compliance, the manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent expert reviewers. Reviewers assess the originality, methodological soundness, scientific quality, and clarity of presentation. Based on their recommendations, the editor will decide whether the manuscript is accepted, revised, or rejected.
Editors adhere to strict ethical standards and are not involved in decisions regarding manuscripts in which they have any personal, professional, or financial conflicts of interest. All reviews are conducted confidentially and objectively.
14. Post-Acceptance Procedures
Upon acceptance, authors must submit the final revised version of their manuscript, addressing all editorial and reviewer comments. The corresponding author will receive galley proofs for final review. It is the author’s responsibility to check for typographical errors, inaccuracies in figures or tables, and completeness of affiliations or acknowledgments. No major changes to the content are allowed at this stage.
Authors should ensure that supplementary materials are finalized according to the journal’s technical requirements. Final publication may be subject to article processing charges (APCs) as applicable. Once published, authors are encouraged to promote their work through academic platforms, institutional repositories, and research networks to enhance visibility and citation impact.
15. Ethical Considerations
Authors must adhere to the highest standards of research integrity and publication ethics. Plagiarism, data fabrication, and duplicate submissions are strictly prohibited. Research involving animals, plants, or human participants must comply with relevant ethical and legal regulations, and evidence of approval from the appropriate ethical committee must be provided when applicable.
For further information or clarification, authors may contact the editorial office at agrium@unimal.ac.id.
