Manuscript Type

AGRITROP: Journal of Agricultural Sciences accepts manuscripts that contribute significant scientific knowledge to the fields of tropical crop science, plant agrotechnology, sustainable crop production, and related agricultural sciences.

The journal publishes two primary manuscript types:

  1. Original Research Articles
  2. Review Articles

Each manuscript type is evaluated through the journal’s peer-review process based on scientific quality, originality, methodological rigor, relevance, and contribution to the advancement of agricultural science.

Publication Ethics

AGRITROP follows the principles of transparency and ethical publishing recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), ensuring that manuscript categories, editorial processes, and publication requirements are clearly defined for authors and readers. COPE, Principles of Transparency and Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing .

1 Original Research Article

Original Research Articles present new and original scientific findings based on experimental studies, field observations, laboratory investigations, modeling approaches, or other scientifically valid research methods.

Original Research Articles should provide:
  • Clear research objectives or hypotheses;
  • Novel scientific contributions;
  • Appropriate research methodology;
  • Valid data collection and analysis;
  • Scientific interpretation of results;
  • Contribution to existing knowledge in agricultural sciences.
Recommended Manuscript Structure
  1. Title
  2. Authors and Affiliations
  3. Abstract
  4. Keywords
  5. Introduction
  6. Materials and Methods
  7. Results and Discussion
  8. Conclusion
  9. Acknowledgements (if applicable)
  10. Author Contributions Statement
  11. Funding Statement
  12. Conflict of Interest Statement
  13. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Statement (if applicable)
  14. References

Authors must ensure that research findings are presented accurately, supported by appropriate evidence, and comply with research integrity standards.

AGRITROP requires authors of research articles to provide sufficient methodological details to support transparency, reproducibility, and responsible reporting of scientific findings.

2 Review Article

Review Articles provide a critical and comprehensive synthesis of existing scientific knowledge related to tropical crop science, plant agrotechnology, sustainable agriculture, and related fields.

Review Articles should provide:
  • Critical evaluation of existing literature;
  • Identification of research gaps;
  • Analysis of scientific developments;
  • Integration of current knowledge;
  • Recommendations for future research directions.
Types of Review Articles
  • Narrative reviews;
  • Critical reviews;
  • Systematic reviews.
Requirements for Systematic Reviews

For systematic reviews, authors should clearly describe:

  • Literature search strategy;
  • Databases used;
  • Selection criteria;
  • Methods of analysis and synthesis.
Recommended Manuscript Structure
  1. Title
  2. Authors and Affiliations
  3. Abstract
  4. Keywords
  5. Introduction
  6. Review Methodology / Literature Search Strategy (when applicable)
  7. Main Discussion
  8. Conclusions and Future Perspectives
  9. Acknowledgements (if applicable)
  10. Author Contributions Statement
  11. Funding Statement
  12. Conflict of Interest Statement
  13. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Statement (if applicable)
  14. References

Review Articles must demonstrate scholarly analysis and provide meaningful scientific insights beyond a simple compilation of previously published studies.

Manuscript Classification and Editorial Decision

The Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board determine the final classification of each submission based on:

  • The purpose and scientific contribution of the manuscript;
  • The research methodology used;
  • The depth of analysis;
  • The originality and relevance of the content.

Authors should select the appropriate manuscript type during submission; however, the editorial team reserves the right to reclassify manuscripts when necessary.

AGRITROP ensures that all manuscript types undergo appropriate editorial assessment and peer review procedures to maintain publication quality and integrity. COPE, Core Practices .

Ethical Requirements for All Manuscript Types

Regardless of manuscript type, all submissions must:

  • Represent original scholarly work;
  • Follow ethical research practices;
  • Provide accurate citations and acknowledgments;
  • Declare funding sources and conflicts of interest;
  • Disclose the use of artificial intelligence tools when applicable;
  • Follow AGRITROP authorship and publication ethics policies.

Authors are responsible for ensuring that submitted manuscripts comply with ethical standards before submission.