Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

Welcome to the official Author Guidelines for THE AGBIZ TODAY E-magazine.

Submission Guidelines for Authors:

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

Detailed Author Guidelines for Submissions

Research Articles

Submit in-depth studies detailing original research findings, including the abstract, main text, references, tables, and figures.

Word Limit: 3,000 to 6,000 words

Review Articles

Contribute comprehensive reviews and critical evaluations of current agribusiness trends and literature.

Word Limit: Up to 10,000 words

Short Communications

Share concise and focused updates, preliminary research results, or technical notes.

Word Limit: 2,000 to 3,000 words

Case Studies or Reports

Provide detailed analyses or practical field observations relevant to the agribusiness industry.

Word Limit: 1,500 to 3,000 words

Formatting Requirements

  • Manuscript Layout: Use double-spacing and a standard font like Times New Roman, size 12, with 1-inch margins on all sides.
  • Title Page: Include the article’s title, author(s) names, affiliations, contact details and corresponding author E-mail address.
  • Abstract: Provide a concise summary (150–300 words) outlining the main objectives, methods, results, and conclusions with 5 Keywords.
  • Headings and Subheadings: Use consistent formatting for headings (bold for primary, italic for subheadings).
  • References: Follow standard APA or MLA and ensure in-text citations correspond to the reference list.
  • Figures and Tables: Place them within the manuscript or at the end with appropriate captions. Ensure high-resolution.
  • File Format: Submit in Word (.doc or .docx) format only.
  • Length: Adhere strictly to word limits specified for the article type.

References (APA Style Examples)

Journal Article: 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

Book: Kotler, P., & Keller, K. L. (2016). Marketing management (15th ed.). Pearson Education.

Book Chapter: Miller, D. (2019). Sustainable agriculture and marketing. In T. Green & R. Hill (Eds.), Agribusiness innovations (pp. 123–145). Academic Press.

Website: World Health Organization. (2021, June 15). Climate change and food security. WHO. https://who.int

Author Responsibilities & Editorial Policies

  • Every submission must include an Article Authorization Certificate.
  • Articles must be original, not submitted elsewhere, and free of plagiarism.
  • PDF formats and plagiarized content will be disqualified.
  • The Board has authority to reject articles that do not comply with these guidelines.
  • Selection is based on the genuineness and technical accuracy of the content.

Mandatory Forms & Submission

Step 1: Download Copyright Form

The submission of the Copyright form is mandatory for publication.

Download Copyright Form

Step 2: Submit via Email

Email a scanned copy of the signed form along with your manuscript to:

Email to theagbiztoday@gmail.com

Complaints

Authors can raise any concerns or complaints directly with the Editor-in-Chief.