TJOAR MANUSCRIPT PREPARATION GUIDELINES

General Presentation

Manuscripts should be word-processed in MS Word Software and written in concise English. Expressions should be simple and declarative. Local, field and laboratory vernaculars may be used only when their use is unavoidable and where this is done, authors must provide equivalent description in English.

Arrangement of content

Original works should be in line with the following organization: Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results and Discussion, Acknowledgment, Funding (where applicable), Conflict of Interest (where applicable) and References. The text should not exceed fifteen pages of A4 size paper, double spaced with a maximum of six figures and six tables.

Original/Research articles

These are articles which deal with unpublished data providing a detailed explanation of the Methods and the results of an investigation supported by evidence. These article segments should follow the guidelines below:

Title page

• Full title of the manuscript
• List of Authors Names (including the First name followed by the Surname name, each author must be separated by a comma).
• Institutional or organizational affiliation of each author
• Corresponding author’s information should include name, email address and phone number.

Abstract

Abstract should be structured. The Abstract must be concise and not more than 250-300 words. It should briefly explain the core objective of the research, the methodology adopted, important findings from each objective and what the research concludes. It must be presented in simple language and with no citations.

Keywords

This should not exceed 5 important words in the article. They should appear just after the abstract and in indented fonts.

Introduction

The introduction should contain a brief description of the core concepts covered by the article. It should consist both authors original thoughts and citation of very relevant literature just sufficient enough to create perspective to the research.

Methodology

This should provide sufficient detail to meet the principle of replicability of the work. Where methods are borrowed, original sources must be appropriately acknowledged.

Results/Findings

These should be presented in a logical order in line with the stated objectives of the research. Comments on findings should be reserved for the discussion section. Care should be taken to use standard units in presenting results.

Discussion

Logical connection must be provided between the findings and application of such new knowledge vis-à-vis previous similar works in the same or related areas. Secondary information supporting findings must be duly acknowledged.

Conclusions

This should be based on the fundamental Aim/Objective of the research. It must be concise, clear and stated very conclusive terms.

Conflicts of Interest

Statement regarding the Conflict of Interest (CoI) among the authors should be declared.

Acknowledgments

List in this section the individuals or groups who do not satisfy the authorship but involved in the supporting activities of the research and preparation of the manuscript.

References

Only accessible references should be used. Citation in the text should follow the American Psychological Association (APA) style.

Examples of reference style:

Journal article

• Author or authors. The surname is followed by first initials.
• Year of publication of the article (in round brackets).
• Article title.
• Journal title (in italics).
• Volume of journal (in italics).
• Issue of journal (no italics).
• Page range of article.
• The first line of each citation is left adjusted.

Books

• Author or authors. The surname is followed by first initials.
• Year of publication of the article (in round brackets).
• Book name (in italics).
• City of publication
• Book publisher (including city)
• Range of pages

1. Journal Article Williams, D., I.L. Jimang, E.A.M. Fluince, C.K. Obi and J.A. Babatunde (2020). Management of web-based veterinary advisory services in Nigeria. Journal of Agricultural Information Sciences, 232(8):222-225.

2. Book: Olayiwola, .J., R.A. Ocholi, J.A. Gambo, and J. Pam (2014). Introduction to Veterinary Epidemiology 23rd ed. Delhi India, PA: University Press ltd; 222-228.

3. Chapter in book: Ayuba, T.L. and Z.D. Efiki (2011). Psychology of Violence In: Waldman, S.D. ed. Conclict Management 2nd ed. New Delhi, PA: Word Press; 23-28.

4. Web page reference: References to websites must include the full link. (E.g. Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO): FAO projects declining food security in the next decade .https://www.fao.gov/FoodSecurity/ucm530975.htm). Date of retrieval.

Tables/Figures

Figures and Tables should closely follow the text to which they are related. Author(s) will be responsible for the accuracy of all references in the text and the list at the end of the paper.

Authorization/clearance

Information/pictures of specific persons or individuals must be accompanied by evidence of authorization and or ethical clearance for inclusion in the publication.

Spelling & grammar checker:

Authors are strongly advised to use their word processor’s spelling and grammar checking function (set to U.K. English) to check their manuscript prior to submission.

Anti-Plagiarism Check

All manuscripts submitted for publication will be subjected to anti-plagiarism check using anti-plagiarism software. Manuscripts with plagiarism score greater than 30% will be rejected.

Manuscript submission

TJOAR Publishers follow the Open Access Policy of publication, which does not charge the readers to access the content. This allows the readers to view, access, download and distribute the content without any limits, provided the original work is cited, under the term of “Creative Commons Attribution License”. The cost of the maintenance of the journal will be recovered from authors for their published articles.

Authors are to manuscripts on web site thetropicaljournal.org or as e-mail attachment to the Editorial Office at tjoarvom2016@gmail.com with the following information:

• Name(s) of author(s) and institution(s) with full address details;
• Title of paper
• Evidence of payment of N5000 article processing fee to Tropical Journal of Agricultural Research with Account Number 2086378855 (UBA). This additional charge is to ensure the sustained management of the journal.
• An additional payment of N15,000 publication fee must be made when manuscript is accepted.

Contact the following numbers for any additional information/clarification: +234 803 564 1582, +234 810 110 8649 or +234 703 829 1995

Editorial process

Authors are expected to stick to timelines (including corrections and payments) provided in the correspondence during the process of processing in order to meet advertised periods for various issues.