Líder Agropecuario is an international scientific and technical dissemination journal dedicated to the agricultural and livestock sector. Its purpose is to bridge knowledge generated by research, innovation, and professional practice to diverse audiences through clear, accessible, rigorous, and practically useful content. As a social enterprise, it champions open science and democratic access to knowledge.
To democratize and expand access to scientific knowledge in the agri-food and livestock sector through an international, open-access, rigorous, and innovative technical and scientific dissemination journal that transforms scientific articles, research findings, and specialized expertise into clear, accessible, and actionable content for diverse audiences, fostering open science and bridging academia, the productive sector, government, and society.
To be an international journal of scientific and technical agricultural dissemination with global reach, renowned for transforming scientific knowledge into accessible, innovative, and high-impact content; promoting open science and connecting authors, institutions, the productive sector, and society across borders, languages, and disciplines, consolidating its footprint from Mexico to Latin America and worldwide.
Scientific rigor, accessibility and inclusion, editorial independence, ethics and integrity, innovation in dissemination, and Sustainability (fostering practices that contribute to the environmental, social, and economic balance of the agricultural sector and the achievement of the UN SDGs).
A broad and multidisciplinary community: agricultural and livestock producers, researchers, academics, university students, field extensionists, agri-food entrepreneurs, decision-makers, and the general public interested in agricultural development.
Líder Agropecuario operates under a continuous publication model, meaning that accepted manuscripts are edited, typeset, and published immediately without having to wait for the closing of a quarterly or biannual issue, thereby accelerating the dissemination of knowledge.
M.Sc. Tristán Azuela Montes serves as Director and Editor-in-Chief (Universidad De La Salle Bajío), alongside Gorgon Creative as Founding Partner (Universidad de Guanajuato) and Francisco A. Valencia as Social Media & Community Director (Universidad de Guanajuato).
Internationally recognized researchers: Dr. Ismael Fernando Chávez Diaz (INIFAP-CNRG), Dr. Liliana Carolina Córdova Albores (Universidad de Guadalajara), Dr. Víctor Manuel Almaraz Valle (COLPOS), Dr. Nadia Salomé Gómez Domínguez (IPN), Dr. Wilmar de la Rosa Cancino (Universidad de Guadalajara), Dr. Harol Gabriel Revelo Tobar (MOA Foundation, Ecuador), Dr. Carlos Eduardo Aguilar Castillo (COLPOS), Dr. Liliana Aguilar Marcelino (INIFAP), and Dr. Lily Xóchilt Zelaya Molina (INIFAP-CNRG).
It provides strategic guidance, sectoral outreach, and institutional liaison; composed of Dr. Oscar Humberto Rocha Franco (ACAPRODIN SC), Eng. Carlos Aguilar Ruiz (Tec de Monterrey & Universidad De La Salle Bajío), and M.Sc. Laura Ortega Telles (Universidad de Guanajuato).
No. It is conceived as a non-profit social initiative, operating under an institutional reinvestment model where all received contributions are allocated directly toward operational sustainability, technical innovation, open access infrastructure, and dissemination fellowships.
Primarily in Spanish and English, featuring multilingual infrastructure that incorporates abstracts and full accessibility in French and Portuguese to maximize worldwide reach.
In the Bajío region of central Mexico (León and Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico), supported by an international network of collaborators across Latin America, Europe, and North America.
Submissions are officially made through our Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform at revista.lideragropecuario.org by completing author registration and following the 5 steps of the submission manager.
Líder Agropecuario maintains a permanent open call for submissions throughout the entire year, allowing authors to submit their manuscripts at any time.
Líder Agropecuario publishes scientific and technical dissemination articles, short reviews, essays, technical notes, case studies, interviews, book reviews, scientific news, and multimedia graphical content. All submissions must be backed by verifiable scientific, technical, or documentary evidence and written in accessible language for agricultural stakeholders.
A specialized research paper communicates technical findings to academic peers using specialized terminology and rigid structures. A scientific dissemination article brings that knowledge to broader audiences, clearly explaining what was discovered, why it matters, and how it can be understood, applied, or leveraged in the field, always anchored in rigorous evidence.
The recommended length for dissemination articles ranges between 2,500 and 6,000 words (including abstract, tables, and references), prioritizing conciseness and visual impact.
To ensure strict impartiality during double-blind peer review. Author names, institutional affiliations, and acknowledgments must only appear in a separate supplementary file ('Title Page / Identification Sheet').
No. Having an ORCID iD is strongly recommended for researchers and academics as it facilitates accurate attribution. However, it is not mandatory, since Líder Agropecuario actively encourages contributions from producers, students, technicians, entrepreneurs, and policymakers who may not possess one.
Manuscripts must be submitted in editable Microsoft Word format (.docx or .doc). PDF submissions are not accepted for the main text in order to facilitate copyediting, word count verification, and typesetting.
Líder Agropecuario adopts APA 7th edition as its official standard for in-text citations and bibliographical references. When available, DOIs must be included in standard URL format (https://doi.org/…).
Yes, provided you hold explicit permission from copyright owners, the material is under open licenses (such as Creative Commons or Public Domain), or it is your own original work, always citing the source appropriately.
A minimum resolution of 300 dpi in JPG, PNG, or TIFF format is required to ensure optimal digital layout quality and readability across mobile devices.
It is an official document signed by the corresponding author declaring that the manuscript is original, unpublished, not simultaneously under consideration elsewhere, and fully disclosing any potential financial or personal conflicts of interest.
Yes, provided it has not been formally published in conference proceedings with ISBN/ISSN, or represents a substantially expanded, adapted, and contextualized dissemination version, clearly stating its origin.
You must notify the Editorial Office immediately via OJS internal messaging before peer review concludes, providing written justification and explicit consent from all co-authors.
It uses a rigorous double-blind peer review system, wherein neither reviewers know the authors' identities, nor authors know the reviewers' identities.
Independent subject-matter specialists and researchers holding Master's or Ph.D. degrees with proven expertise in the specific discipline of the manuscript.
Scientific rigor, veracity and timeliness of sources, clarity and engagement of dissemination language, thematic relevance to agriculture and livestock, practical applicability, and originality.
The average peer review timeframe ranges between 3 and 6 weeks from passing initial desk review to the delivery of the first editorial decision.
1) Accepted without changes; 2) Accepted subject to minor revisions; 3) Re-evaluate subject to major revisions; or 4) Rejected.
For minor revisions, authors have 10 to 15 calendar days; for major revisions, 20 to 30 calendar days are granted.
Revisions must be uploaded via OJS, providing a revised document with tracked changes or highlighted text, accompanied by a point-by-point 'Response to Reviewers Letter'.
The Editorial Office will appoint an independent third expert reviewer to resolve the discrepancy and inform the final editorial decision.
No. Submission, initial desk screening, peer review assignment, and scientific evaluation are 100% free of charge ($0) under all circumstances.
The Director and Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision, based on the peer review reports and recommendations from the Scientific Committee.
Yes. Authors may submit a reasoned and evidence-based appeal letter to the Editorial Office within 10 business days of notification.
Líder Agropecuario adheres to the core practices and guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the Singapore Statement on Research Integrity.
We utilize advanced similarity and anti-plagiarism tools. Manuscripts with unjustified textual overlaps or plagiarism are unappealably rejected.
Yes, strictly as a supportive tool. AI may assist with information structuring, language editing, or translation. Substantial automated text generation replacing authorial thought, interpretation, or intellectual contribution is prohibited. Any use of AI must be transparently disclosed in a dedicated statement. AI cannot be listed as an author.
Both are serious ethical violations. All listed authors must have made substantial intellectual contributions to manuscript conception, writing, or critical review.
It is the inappropriate fragmentation of a single research study into multiple piecemeal articles to inflate publication metrics. Líder Agropecuario requires cohesive, substantial contributions.
A public correction notice will be promptly published (corrigendum for author errors, erratum for publisher errors). In cases of fraudulent or ethically compromised data, formal retraction will take place.
Studies involving traditional knowledge or genetic resources must demonstrate Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) and full compliance with the Nagoya Protocol.
The journal's Ethics Committee conducts a confidential formal investigation following COPE flowcharts, ensuring due process and fair hearing before issuing a verdict.
Líder Agropecuario is an Open Access journal. All articles are published immediately, permanently, and freely online without paywalls or embargoes.
Under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license (CC BY 4.0).
It permits sharing, copying, distributing, adapting, and building upon the material in any medium, even commercially, provided proper credit is given to the authors and Líder Agropecuario.
Yes. Authors fully retain their moral and economic copyright, granting Líder Agropecuario a non-exclusive license to edit, publish, disseminate, and digitally preserve the work.
Yes. Immediate self-archiving of preprint, postprint, and publisher Version of Record (VoR) is fully permitted and actively encouraged in any academic repository.
Author, A. A. (Year). Article title. Líder Agropecuario: International Journal of Scientific Dissemination, Volume(Issue), pages/ID. https://doi.org/... or permanent portal URL.
Articles are preserved on secure cloud-redundant servers with automated daily backups and full OAI-PMH metadata harvesting compatibility for long-term archiving.
Dublin Core and Open Graph metadata: title, authors with ORCIDs, institutional affiliations, multilingual abstracts, standardized keywords, publication date, CC BY 4.0 license, and linked reference lists.
No. Submission, editorial desk evaluation, peer review, and editorial decisions are integral to the editorial workflow and carry zero fees for authors.
It is an optional or institutional contribution covering operational costs of advanced responsive typesetting, web accessibility, visual layout, and digital preservation for accepted articles.
Líder Agropecuario provides fee waiver programs, partial grants, and support funds for independent researchers, students, and agricultural producers.
Specialized dissemination tools including scientific infographics, audio-articles, explanatory videos, podcasts, and digital outreach materials designed to maximize societal reach.
Yes. We offer specialized translation and linguistic editing services in English, French, and Portuguese to expand global readership and citation potential.
No. Dissemination, translation, and outreach services are strictly separate from the peer review process. Acceptance is based purely on scientific merit and quality.
You can contact our team through our online contact form, by emailing editorial@lideragropecuario.org, or via official WhatsApp (+52 442 631 8746).
Yes. Institutional tax receipts and invoices are provided in full compliance with applicable fiscal regulations.
Through academic cooperation agreements as Institutional or Strategic Partners, enabling publication grants for faculty, joint thematic issues, and training workshops.
It honors the pioneering contribution of institutions that catalyzed the conception and infrastructure of Líder Agropecuario (such as Gorgon Creative from Universidad de Guanajuato).
Institutional recognition with logo placement, dissemination packages for affiliated researchers, priority access to training workshops, and co-organization of scientific forums.
Yes, strictly adhering to our Sustainability and Editorial Independence Policy: corporate sponsors have no influence over editorial decisions, review verdicts, or manuscript contents.
Yes. We deliver customized workshops on 'Accessible Scientific Writing', 'Public Science Communication Strategies', and 'Digital Tools for Agronomic Impact'.
Leading researchers or institutions may submit a formal proposal to the Editorial Office including thematic justification, guest editors' CVs, and a list of prospective topics.
In accordance with data protection legislation, employing technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to prevent loss, alteration, or unauthorized access.
They are the rights of Access, Rectification, Cancellation, and Opposition regarding personal data. You may exercise them by emailing editorial@lideragropecuario.org with proof of identity.
No. We do not sell, rent, or transfer personal data to advertising agencies or commercial third parties under any circumstance.
Essential technical cookies for secure navigation, language preference cookies (lider_lang), and anonymous analytics cookies to evaluate article readership.
You can manage, block, or delete cookies at any time through the privacy or settings menu of your web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).
General usage is intended for adults; whenever minors participate in training programs or science contests, legal guardian consent is strictly required.
The federal laws of Mexico, submitting to the jurisdiction of competent courts in the state of Guanajuato / Querétaro, Mexico.
Yes, provided conclusions are solidly grounded in the described methodology and the preliminary nature of the findings is explicitly stated.
Include 4 to 6 standardized keywords, preferably selected from controlled agricultural vocabularies such as FAO's AGROVOC to maximize discoverability.
An engaging and informative title, bilingual abstract, contextual introduction ('why does this problem matter?'), accessible body sections with clear subheadings, field applications, and key references.
Yes. They should appear at the end of the manuscript under 'Acknowledgments and Funding', detailing funding agencies, grant numbers, and supporting institutions.
You can compress images within the Word document or upload high-resolution figures separately as supplementary files in the submission portal.
Yes, subject to editor and reviewer approval, if the modification enhances clarity, dissemination appeal, or scientific accuracy.
Check your Spam folder. If not found, ensure your email address is correctly registered in your OJS profile or contact our technical support.
Log in to revista.lideragropecuario.org to view real-time status (Desk Review, In Peer Review, In Revisions, In Production, or Published).
In your cover letter, you may suggest up to 2 qualified reviewers with institutional emails and no conflicts of interest, or list individuals with conflicts. The editor retains full discretion.
Having co-authored papers with the authors within the past 3 years, sharing the same academic department, or having direct family or financial ties.
Peer review is conducted pro bono and honorifically as a contribution to the advancement of science, with official international review certificates issued.
Líder Agropecuario issues official certificates of international peer review and periodically publishes public acknowledgments of its reviewer community.
No. Uploading confidential author manuscripts into public or commercial AI models without authorization is strictly prohibited to preserve confidentiality.
Fabrication involves inventing data or results; falsification involves altering or manipulating experimental data or images. Both constitute severe scientific misconduct.
Yes. Authors must certify that their research complied with relevant institutional and national bioethical regulations regarding animal welfare and biosafety.
Substantial recycling of authorial text without proper citation and justification is prohibited; all submissions must deliver original intellectual value.
At the end of the article under a dedicated section titled 'Declaration on Generative AI Usage', specifying the tool name (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude), version, and exact scope of use.
A digital layout preview link is sent to the corresponding author to review formatting, typography, and figures prior to final online publication.
Custom graphical assets optimized for LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X, executive summaries for press releases, and social impact metrics.
Professional voice narrators and accessibility tools adapt the article into an engaging podcast and web audio experience, supporting visually impaired readers and field listeners.
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