Reviewer Resources
Resources to support high-quality, consistent, and ethical peer review.
Provide a short summary of the manuscript to confirm understanding.
Identify critical methodological or interpretation concerns.
List clarity, formatting, and language improvements.
Use separate notes for confidential comments to the editor and comments intended for authors. Focus on scientific quality and constructive improvement.
- Follow COPE guidance for ethical review conduct.
- Declare conflicts of interest promptly.
- Maintain confidentiality of the manuscript and peer review process.
Do not use unpublished information in your own work without permission.
Respect author confidentiality at all times and avoid personal remarks.
For relevant study types, confirm that authors have followed reporting checklists (e.g., CONSORT, PRISMA, STROBE). EQUATOR Network resources can help reviewers assess reporting quality.
- Clear research question and agronomic relevance
- Sound experimental design and appropriate statistics
- Transparent reporting of site conditions and management practices
- Conclusions supported by results and limitations acknowledged
If you cannot meet the requested deadline, inform the editorial office as early as possible. Timely communication helps maintain a smooth review process.
