Submissions

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. 

Submit manuscripts via email:
jaat@futminna.edu.ng

Attach:

• Manuscript (.doc format)
• Proof of handling fee payment
• Author contribution statement (if multiple authors)

Manuscript Types

JAAT accepts the following categories:

• Research Articles – Full-length empirical studies.
• Review Articles – Comprehensive analyses of relevant topics.
• Short Communications – Concise but impactful findings.
• Invited Perspectives – Expert opinions on current trends.
• Policy Papers – Analytical works with implications for agricultural development.

 Manuscript Preparation

All manuscripts must be typed in Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing, and A4 size with 2 cm margins. Number all pages and lines consecutively. Files must be in .doc (not .docx) format.

Structure:

1. Title Page
   • Title (in CAPITALS)
   • Author(s) name(s) with institutional affiliations
   • Corresponding author’s contact (email, phone)
2. Abstract
   • 150–300 words summarizing objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.
   • Avoid citations or abbreviations.
3. Keywords
   • 4–6 keywords, alphabetically arranged and bolded.
4. Introduction
   • Clearly state the research problem, objectives, and relevant literature.
5. Materials and Methods
   • Describe experimental design, study site, and analytical methods in detail.
6. Results and Discussion
   • Present results with clarity, supported by tables or figures.
   • Interpret findings with reference to previous studies.
7. Conclusion
   • Summarize major findings and recommendations.
8. Acknowledgements
   • Keep brief; include funding or technical support.
9. References
   • Use APA 7th Edition format
   • All in-text citations must appear in the reference list.

Tables and Figures

• Number sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1).
• Provide clear titles and concise captions.
• Avoid duplication of data in tables and figures.
• Submit high-resolution images (TIFF/JPEG/PNG, 300 dpi).

References – Examples

Journal Article:

Chikere, C. B., Omoni, V. T., & Chikere, B. O. (2008). Use of biotin as an antioxidant in fish production. African Journal of Biotechnology, 7, 3535–3539.

Book:
AOAC. (1990). Official Methods of Analysis (15th ed.). Washington, D.C.: AOAC Press.

Conference Proceeding:

Adebayo, O. P., & Tanko, A. H. K. (2020). Fallowing erosion control system: A case study of Gidan Kwano, Minna. In A. B. Ogunwale et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of the 44^th Annual Conference of the Agricultural Society of Nigeria (pp. 1390–1393).

Online Source:

Greenhouse, S. (2020). The coronavirus pandemic and systemic economic racism. The New Yorker. https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/

Publication Charges

• Handling Fee: ₦5,000 / $20 (non-refundable, payable at submission)
• Publication Fee: ₦25,000 / $60 (payable upon acceptance)

Payment Details:

• Account Name: Journal of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
• Account Number: 0004134172
• Bank: Access Bank Plc, Minna Branch, Nigeria

Attach proof of payment on the last page of your manuscript.