The Journal of Underutilised Crops Research is an international multi- and transdisciplinary journal that aims to publish original research on various aspects relating to underutilised and neglected crops. Underutilised and neglected crops can be indigenous or exotic, and many rural communities in developing countries rely heavily on these crops. Therefore, there is a need to shift focus to these crops as they are also said to be more resilient to extreme environmental events. Some underutilised crops are said to be “crops of the future”, yet very little is known about them in terms of research. . View our Editorial Team.
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| Genetic analysis of yield and yield-related traits in adapted finger millet germplasm | |
| Ophias S. Mapako, Mcebisi Maphosa | |
| 28 October 2025 | |
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| Acknowledgement to reviewers | |
| Editorial Office | |
| 28 October 2025 | |
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| Research gaps in neglected indigenous vegetables in sub-Saharan Africa: A roadmap to mainstreaming | |
| Wiza Mphande | |
| 26 September 2025 | |
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| Management of pests and diseases in African indigenous crops: A systematic review | |
| Mosima M. Mabitsela, Hamond Motsi, Ethel E. Phiri | |
| 30 August 2025 | |
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| Table of Contents Vol 1, No 1 (2022), Vol 2, No 1 (2023) & Vol 3, No 1 (2024) | |
| Editorial Office | |
| 25 August 2025 | |
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| Characterisation of spider plant (Cleome gynandra L.) accessions for drought tolerance traits | |
| Leonard M. Nuugulu, Goitseone Malambane, Otsoseng Oagile, Utlwang Batlang | |
| 10 July 2025 | |
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| Citron watermelon characterisation and trait analysis in Kalahari sands | |
| Lenon Tembo, Mcebisi Maphosa | |
| 13 June 2025 | |
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| Potential traits for aiding selection for high grain yield based on trait association and path analysis in sorghum | |
| Miriam K. Chibvongodze, Edmore Gasura, Casper N. Kamutando, Stanford Mabasa, Brighton Makovere, Elijah Nyakudya, Ancilia Nhamo, Florence Mtambanengwe, Paul Mapfumo | |
| 13 June 2025 | |
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| Impact of soil moisture stress on growth and physiological traits of tepary bean genotypes | |
| Refilwe A. Nong, Abe S. Gerrano, Eastonce T. Gwata | |
| 04 April 2025 | |
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| Acknowledgement to reviewers | |
| Editorial Office | |
| 31 October 2024 |
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Notification: Included in DOAJ and therefore DHET accredited |
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| The open-access Journal of Underutilised Crops Research was recently included in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) and is therefore now South African Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) accredited. View the journal’s entry here. This recognition is evidence of the journal’s quality and its dedication to furthering rigorous scholarly research. | |
| Posted: 2025-12-17 | |
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| Posted: 2025-11-26 | |
Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy |
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Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process. |
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| Posted: 2025-11-05 | |
Website Update: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder |
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| In 2025, the inclusion of AI policies became compulsory for all SciELO SA journals. Authors using AI-assisted technology must disclose their use in manuscripts to ensure transparency, accuracy, and trust. Guidance is available in the Plagiarism, Fabrication and Artificial Intelligence Policy page and the Submission Guidelines under 'AI-assisted technologies' in the formatting requirements. Not sure if this journal is indexed in SciELO SA? Please check our Indexing Services page. | |
| Posted: 2025-10-06 |
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