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"Plant and Environment" stands as an open-access, peer-reviewed journal committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge in Plant Sciences. Our publication endeavors to showcase original research and review articles that illuminate fresh insights across a spectrum of disciplines, spanning Soil Science, Agronomy, Biotechnology, Plant-Microbe Interactions, Plant-Environment Interactions, Breeding, Forestry, Horticulture, Natural Resource Management, Plant Pathology, Environmental Science, and their implications. With a dedication to scholarly excellence, we invite contributions from researchers, scholars, and practitioners, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas that enriches our collective understanding of the intricate relationships between plants and their surrounding environments. Aims and Scope "Plant and Environment" aims to advance the field of Plant Sciences by publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research and review articles. The journal focuses on a broad range of disciplines, including Soil Science, Agronomy, Biotechnology, Plant-Microbe Interactions, Plant-Environment Interactions, Breeding, Forestry, Horticulture, Natural Resource Management, Plant Pathology, and Environmental Science. By fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas among researchers, scholars, and practitioners, the journal seeks to enhance our collective understanding of the intricate relationships between plants and their environments, promoting scholarly excellence and innovation. Author Guidelines Plant and Environment is an open-access, peer-reviewed international journal. Following the review process (which typically takes around two weeks), accepted manuscripts will be marked as "In Press" and subsequently published in the journal’s next issue. Authors are kindly requested to adhere to the following guidelines when submitting their work to the journal. Copyright By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that the work is original, has not been published previously (except as an abstract, part of a published lecture, or thesis), and is not under review elsewhere. Publications in Plant and Environment are freely accessible, and users are permitted to copy, distribute, transmit, and adapt the work, provided proper credit is given to the original source. Plagiarism Policy Plant and Environment upholds a plagiarism policy based on the standards set by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. The journal permits a maximum of 19% similarity in submitted manuscripts. Authors are encouraged to submit a Turnitin plagiarism report when submitting their papers to ensure compliance with this policy. Article Submission To expedite the review process and ensure a smooth experience, authors should ensure their manuscript adheres to the journal’s formatting requirements at the time of submission and during any subsequent revisions. Submitted manuscripts must include full author names, a designated corresponding author, an abstract, and keywords. Abstracts should avoid references, abbreviations, and measurements unless essential. The abstract must succinctly introduce the field, provide background context, summarize the principal conclusions, and include 2–3 sentences positioning the key findings within the broader scientific landscape. Authorship The contributions of all authors must be explicitly defined. Authors should be appropriately credited following the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). Each author is assumed to be responsible for the specific sections they have contributed and must have full confidence in the integrity of the entire manuscript. The journal follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines on authorship disputes. Minimum Requirements for Authorship Individuals listed as authors should meet the following criteria: Significant contributions to the conception, design, data acquisition, or data analysis and interpretation. Final approval of the manuscript version to be published. Merely acquiring funding, collecting data, or providing general supervision of a research group does not warrant authorship. Co-author Contributions Authors are encouraged to include a statement outlining the specific contributions of each co-author. The journal allows up to two co-authors to be credited equally for the work described. These contributions will be published under the "Author Contributions" section. Contributors who do not meet authorship criteria should be acknowledged appropriately. Acknowledgments Contributors who do not meet the requirements for authorship, such as those providing technical support, writing assistance, or general administrative supervision, should be listed in the Acknowledgments section. Financial and material support must also be acknowledged. For significant group contributions, a heading like "Participating Investigators" may be used with specific roles described. All individuals mentioned must give written consent to be acknowledged in the manuscript. Suggesting Reviewers Authors are encouraged to assist the review process by suggesting at least three suitable reviewers, including their names and email addresses. However, the editorial team is not obligated to use these nominations. Failure to provide potential reviewers may delay the process, especially for papers addressing niche topics. Format for Submissions to Plant and Environment Cover Letter Each submission must be accompanied by a cover letter, no longer than 350 words, outlining the significance of the research, the authors’ agreement for publication, the number of tables and figures, and any supplementary materials. The letter should provide a brief introduction to the submitted work. Contact Information Authors must provide their current phone and fax numbers, along with postal and email addresses, to maintain smooth communication throughout the submission and review process. Article Formatting Guidelines Manuscript Title The title of the manuscript should be concise, not exceeding 25 words, and avoid abbreviations. It should accurately reflect the study’s content and be clear and descriptive. Author Information Include the full names and affiliations of all authors. Additionally, the contact details (telephone, fax, and email) of the corresponding author must be provided to ensure efficient communication. Abstract and Keywords The abstract should be informative, self-explanatory, and no longer than 300 words. It must briefly present the study topic, scope of experiments, significant findings, and conclusions. Avoid abbreviations. Include 3–10 keywords or abbreviations accurately reflecting the manuscript's content. Manuscript Sections Introduction: Contextualize the study, its significance, and objectives, offering a solution or approach to the problem addressed. Materials and Methods: Clearly describe the study design and methodologies. Cite previously published methods and detail any new or modified procedures. Results and Discussion: Present findings clearly in the Results section and interpret them comprehensively in the Discussion. Acknowledgments Acknowledge individuals, grants, and funding sources contributing to the study but not qualifying for authorship. References References should be formatted in APA style with in-text citations. 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