Reviewer Guidelines
Guidance for reviewers assessing precision agriculture manuscripts.
Journal at a Glance
ISSN: 2998-1506
DOI Prefix: 10.14302/issn.2998-1506
License: CC BY 4.0
Peer reviewed open access journal
Scope Alignment
Precision agriculture, spatial variability, sensors, geospatial analytics, automation, and sustainable crop and livestock systems. We prioritize field validated, data driven decision support.
Publishing Model
Open access, single blind peer review, and rapid publication after acceptance and production checks. Metadata validation and DOI registration are included.
JPA reviewers evaluate methodological rigor, data transparency, and agronomic relevance in submissions. Reviews should be constructive, evidence based, and focused on improving the manuscript.
- Clear research question and scope alignment
- Transparent field methods and sampling design
- Appropriate analytical methods and validation
- Interpretation aligned with agronomic outcomes
- Reproducibility and data sharing considerations
Assess Scope
Confirm alignment with precision agriculture focus.
Evaluate Methods
Check field protocols and validation.
Review Results
Assess clarity, significance, and limitations.
Provide Feedback
Offer actionable, respectful guidance.
- Maintain confidentiality of manuscripts
- Declare conflicts of interest
- Report ethical or data integrity concerns
- Avoid using unpublished data for personal gain
- Reviewers should assess field design, data integrity, and reporting clarity.
- Check that remote sensing or sensor data are validated against ground truth.
How long should a review take?
Most reviews are expected within 2 to 3 weeks.
Can I decline a review?
Yes. Inform the editor promptly so alternatives can be found.
What if data are missing?
Recommend revisions or request clarifications.
JPA is committed to rigorous, transparent publishing in precision agriculture and digital farming. We emphasize reproducible field trials, clear reporting of agronomic outcomes, and ethical compliance across all article types.
The editorial office supports authors, editors, and reviewers with clear guidance and responsive communication. For questions about scope or workflow, contact [email protected].
We encourage continuous improvement in reporting practices and share updates that help the community maintain high standards in agricultural data science, field validation, and technology transfer.
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