Instructions to Author

Journal of Soil Future Research is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published monthly, following a continuous publication model. We welcome submissions from researchers worldwide in the fields of soil science, soil sustainability, and related environmental and agricultural disciplines. All manuscripts undergo an initial editorial screening followed by a blinded peer-review process conducted by experts in the relevant field. Authors are encouraged to read our editorial policies carefully to understand the evaluation process. Accepted articles are subject to editorial revisions to ensure clarity and compliance with journal standards.

Authorship
All listed authors must meet authorship criteria. Credit for authorship should be based on substantial contributions to:

1. The conception and design of the study, or data analysis and interpretation.
2. Drafting the manuscript or revising it critically for key intellectual content.
3. Final approval of the version to be published.

Manuscript Submission
All submitted manuscripts are initially assessed by an editor and the Editorial Board or qualified external reviewers. Decisions are made promptly to support timely dissemination of research findings. Authors can submit their manuscripts via the submission link (Submit Manuscript) or by emailing Soilfuture.research@gmail.com.

Manuscript Preparation
Manuscripts must be written in clear and concise English (either British or American spelling is acceptable) and submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). Authors must follow the journals format and template.

General Structure:

1. Title Page
2. Abstract and Keywords
3. Introduction
4. Materials and Methods
5. Results
6. Discussion
7. Conclusion
8. Acknowledgements (if applicable)
9. References

Title Page
Include the following details on the title page:

1. Concise and informative article title.
2. Author names (up to six), with one full forename each, followed by affiliations (department, institution, city, postal code, and country). Superscript numbering should be used to link authors with their affiliations.
3. Corresponding authors full contact information: mailing address, phone number, fax (if applicable), and email.
4. A running title of not more than 50 characters.

Abstract
The abstract (maximum 250 words) should be placed on the second page and, for full-length research articles, must be structured under four sections:

1. Background
2. Methods
3. Results
4. Conclusion

Keywords
Provide 3-6 keywords immediately after the abstract, listed in alphabetical order and separated by commas.

Introduction
Clearly state the research problem and study objective. Summarize the background and identify existing knowledge gaps. Avoid lengthy literature reviews and cite only essential references.

Materials and Methods
Describe the studys materials, data collection procedures, and methodology in detail to allow replication. This section is mandatory for all original research articles.

Results
Present findings clearly and logically using text, tables, and figures. Highlight statistically significant outcomes. Detailed statistical data may be included in appendices if necessary. Ensure each table/figure is accompanied by appropriate legends and referenced in the text.

Discussion
Discuss the relevance and implications of the findings. Focus on the novel aspects of your study. Compare your results with prior research, highlight limitations, and avoid unnecessary repetition of the results.

Conclusion
Summarize the core findings and implications of the research. Highlight the novelty, practical relevance, and how the work contributes to future developments in soil science.

Acknowledgement
(Optional) Mention any financial support, institutional help, or individual contributions that do not qualify for authorship.

References
References should follow this format:

Olalekan O. Nigerian Centenary: Drug Abuse and Its Challenges in the Education Sector. Farfarurn Journal of Multi-Disciplinary Studies: Special Conference Edition. 2014;8(9):52-57.