Call for Original Manuscripts for Publication in the Busitema Journal of Agriculture and Animal Sciences
CALL FOR PAPERS
Advancing Research in Agriculture and Animal Sciences
The Busitema Journal of Agriculture and Animal Sciences (BJAAS) invites submissions of original, high-quality manuscripts for publication in its upcoming issues. As a peer-reviewed, open-access journal, BJAAS is dedicated to promoting research that showcases innovations that enhance agricultural productivity, food security and sustainable livestock systems.
ABOUT THE JOURNAL
In alignment with Busitema University's agricultural focus and community impact missions, BJAAS serves as a platform for researchers, practitioners, students and policy makers to share knowledge and innovative solutions addressing pressing challenges in agriculture, animal health, production systems and food security.
The journal focuses on:
- Advancing research in crop and animal production systems
- Promoting sustainable and climate-smart agricultural practices
- Supporting innovations that improve food security and rural livelihoods
AIMS AND SCOPE
BJAAS is a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal focused on research in agriculture and animal science. The journal publishes studies on:
- Improved agricultural productivity, food security and the sustainability of crop and livestock production systems
- Advanced understanding of agricultural systems, animal sciences, and the sustainable management of livestock, crops, and related natural resources
- Innovative solutions addressing pressing challenges in agriculture, animal health production systems, and food security
We welcome work that promotes the development of research, policy , and practice in agriculture, animal sciences, and sustainable resource management.
KEY FOCUS AREAS
BJAAS welcomes submissions from the following fields, including but not limited to :
- Agribusiness
- Extension agriculture
- Animal production
- Animal management
- Crop production
- Crop management
- Food security
TYPES OF SUBMISSIONS
BJAAS publishes high-quality scholarly work in the following formats:
- Original Research Articles – Full-length reports of significant research findings
- Applied Research – Studies in agriculture and animal sciences
- Case Studies – Examinations of crop production, livestock systems, agribusiness, and sustainable farming practices
- Review Articles and Systematic Reviews – Comprehensive syntheses of existing literature
- Policy analyses and agricultural development studies
- Short Communications and Research Notes – Brief reports of preliminary or timely findings
- Commentaries, Perspectives, and Critical Debates – Thought-provoking discussions on emerging issues in agriculture, animal production systems, food security, and rural development
TARGET AUDIENCE
The journal serves:
- Researchers and academics
- Agricultural scientists
- Animal scientists
- Agribusiness professionals
- Livestock and crop production specialists
- Policymakers
- Development practitioners
- Educators
- Extension officers
- Community stakeholders
- Policymakers
- Students engaged in sustainable agriculture, animal production systems, and rural development
OPEN ACCESS POLICY
All articles published in BJAAS are open access, meaning they are freely available to read, download, copy, distribute, and reuse—with proper attribution—under the terms of the applicable Creative Commons license. Authors retain copyright while granting the public the right to use their work following the chosen license.
Licensing Options
Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) – Primary License
Under this license, users may:
- Distribute, copy, and share the article in any medium or format
- Create adaptations, including translations and derivative works
- Text/data mine the article for computational analysis
- Use the work commercially, provided proper attribution is given
Conditions: Users must credit the author(s), link to the original publication (via DOI), and indicate if changes were made. Adaptations must not imply endorsement or harm the authors' reputation.
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)
For authors who prefer more restrictive terms, BJAAS offers this license, which allows:
- Non-commercial redistribution
- Inclusion in collective works
Restrictions: No commercial use and no derivatives are permitted.
Authors may choose this license if required by their funding agency or institutional policy.
ARTICLE PUBLISHING CHARGE (APC)
Unlike many open-access journals, BJAAS does not charge any Article Processing Charges (APCs). Publication costs are supported by Busitema University, ensuring that authors can publish their work free of charge while maintaining high editorial and peer-review standards.
This model promotes inclusivity, allowing researchers from all economic backgrounds to contribute to and benefit from open science.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Manuscripts should be submitted in accordance with the journal's formatting and submission requirements. All submissions undergo rigorous double-blind peer review to ensure quality, originality, and scholarly contribution.
For detailed author guidelines, submission instructions, and templates, please visit: Author Guidelines and Submission Instructions
Submit your manuscript via the Submission Portal Link
IMPORTANT DATES
Activity
Date
Submission Deadline
Open
Notification of Acceptance
30 days after submission
Publication Date
30 days after review
CONTACT INFORMATION
Editorial Office
Busitema Journal of Science and Education (BJAAS)
Busitema University
Email: journal@busitema.ac.ug; busitemajournals@gmail.com
Website: https://jaas.journals.busitema.ac.ug/jaas
By publishing in BJSE, authors ensure their work reaches a global audience without financial barriers, promoting evidence-based practices in science education, advancing innovation in teaching and learning, and strengthening knowledge exchange in science education, pedagogy, and related educational fields.
Join us in advancing research in Agriculture and Animal Sciences. Submit your manuscript today!
BJASS is committed to promoting research, scholarship, and knowledge exchange in agriculture and animal sciences.
