Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

Submission Guidelines for Authors:

THE AGBIZ TODAY E-magazine is published quarterly on our official website www.sabm.scholics.in

  1. Research Articles: Submit in-depth studies with a word limit of 3,000 to 6,000 words, including the abstract, main text, references, tables, and figures.
  2. Review articles: Contribute comprehensive reviews with a word limit of up to 10,000 words.
  3. Short Communications: Share concise and focused updates with a word limit of 2,000 to 3,000 words.
  4. Case Studies or Reports: Provide detailed analyses or observations with a word limit of 1,500 to 3,000 words.

  1. Manuscript Layout: Use double-spacing and a standard font like Times New Roman, size 12, with 1-inch margins on all sides.
  2. Title Page: Include the article’s title, author(s) names, affiliations, contact details and coressponding author E-mail address.
  3. Abstract: Provide a concise summary (150–300 words) outlining the main objectives, methods, results, and conclusions with 5 Keywords.
  4. Headings and Subheadings: Use consistent formatting for headings (e.g., bold for primary headings, italic for subheadings).
  5. References: Follow a standard referencing style, such as APA or MLA, and ensure in-text citations correspond to the reference list. (See an Example below.)
  6. Figures and Tables: Place them within the manuscript or at the end, with appropriate captions and numbering. Ensure high-resolution images.
  7. File Format: Submit the manuscript in Word (.doc or .docx) format unless specified otherwise by the magazine.
  8. Length: Adhere strictly to word limits specified for the article type (e.g., Research Article, Short Communication).

Example of references in APA Style:

  • Journal Article:
  • Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Title of the Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range. https://doi.org/xxxxx
  • Example:
  • Smith, J. A., & Brown, K. P. (2020). The impact of digital marketing on consumer behavior. Journal of Business Research, 112(3), 45–60. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbusres.2020.01.012

  • Book:
  • Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book. Publisher.
  • Example:
  • Kotler, P., & Keller, K. L. (2016). Marketing management (15th ed.). Pearson Education.

  • Book Chapter:
  • Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the chapter. In A. Editor & B. Editor (Eds.), Title of the book (pp. page range). Publisher.
  • Example:
  • Miller, D. (2019). Sustainable agriculture and marketing. In T. Green & R. Hill (Eds.), Agribusiness innovations (pp. 123–145). Academic Press.

  • Each submission must include an article authorization certificate, detailing the contributions of the authors and acknowledging responsibility for any conflicts that may arise from the article’s content.
  • Authors must ensure the article is original, has not been submitted for publication elsewhere, and does not repeat previously published work.
  • The corresponding author’s email address must be included with the manuscript.
  • Articles submitted in PDF format, containing plagiarized content, or not adhering to the guidelines will be disqualified.
  • Authors must accept the magazine’s policies and terms and conditions.
  • All responsibilities regarding plagiarism rest solely with the authors. By submitting, authors confirm that they accept the magazine’s policies and terms and condition

  • The Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board have the authority to reject any article that does not comply with the submission guidelines.
  • Any plagiarism issues are the sole responsibility of the authors.
  • The selection of articles or manuscripts is at the discretion of the Advisory/Editorial Board of the THE AGBIZ TODAY E-magazine, based on the genuineness of the content.
  • Technical articles and manuscripts should feature original high-definition images, graphs, tables, and data relevant to the article.

  • Originality: Manuscripts must be free of plagiarism and should not have been previously published. Submissions will be accepted only if they present unique content.
  • Structure: Articles should include an introduction, abstract, tables, figures, and references. Ensure that tables and figures are appropriately cited within the article.
  • Presentation: Articles should be formatted clearly on A4 paper size, written in straightforward English. They should include a summary, brief introduction, detailed methodology, results, and final conclusions based on findings.
    • All abbreviations must be fully spelled out on their first use.
    • Accuracy in scientific names and technical terminology is essential.
    • Tables, figures, and images must be relevant, properly positioned, and cited correctly.
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  • Authors can raise any concerns or complaints directly with the Editor-in-Chief.