Established in 1982, the Thai Journal of Forestry  was rebranded as such in 2020. It is published by the Faculty of Forestry, Kasetsart University, with an ISSN of 2822-115X (Online). The journal publishes scholarly articles related to forestry, including forest ecology, forest management, forest economics, silviculture, watershed management, biodiversity conservation, and plant and wildlife morphology and physiology. Contributions are welcomed from researchers both within and outside the institution. Each submitted article undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review process by at least three experts in the relevant field. The journal is published biannually in January-June and July-December.

Publication Scope and Policy: The journal welcomes scholarly articles on a wide range of forestry topics, encompassing forest ecology, management, economics, silviculture, watershed management, biodiversity conservation, parks and recreation, and the morphology and physiology of plants and animals. Contributions from researchers both within and outside the institution are encouraged.          

• Peer Review: The journal employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Each submitted manuscript is evaluated by at least three independent experts in the relevant field.
• Manuscript Types: The journal considers original articles, short communications, and review articles.
• Language of Publication: All submissions must be written in Thai or English.
• Publication Schedule: The journal is published twice a year, with issues released in January-June and July-December.
• Affiliation: The journal is published by the Faculty of Forestry, Kasetsart University.

Manuscript Review Process for the Thai Journal of Forestry 

Guidelines for the Thai Journal of Forestry

Manuscript Preparation

            Manuscript

                    Manuscripts should be written in either Thai or English. All manuscripts must be carefully proofread for grammar and spelling errors. The maximum length is 20 pages using A4 paper.  

             

Typing Guidelines

Font and Font Size

• Thai and English: Use TH Sarabun PSK font in size 14 for both Thai and English text.

Headings

• Main Headings: Use a font size of 18, bold, and center-aligned. Examples include "Introduction," "Materials and Methods," etc. For English, use all capital letters, such as "ABSTRACT," "REFERENCES."
• Subheadings:
  • First-level subheadings: Use a font size of 16, bold, and align to the left. Number these subheadings.
  • Second-level subheadings: Use a font size of 14, bold, and align to the left.

Page Numbering

• Place page numbers in the top right corner of each page.

Line Numbering

• Enable line numbering for the entire document.

Tables and Figures

• Language: All text within tables and figures should be in English.
• Font: Use TH Sarabun PSK font in size 14.

Title Page

The title page should be separate from the rest of the document and include the following information:

1. Title

• Bilingual Title: Provide both a Thai and English title for the paper.
• Concise and Accurate: The title should be concise and accurately reflect the content of the paper.
• Center Alignment: The title should be centered on the page.

2. Author(s)

• Full Name: Use the full name of each author in both Thai and English.
• No Titles: Do not include titles such as Mr., Mrs., Ms., Dr., or professional titles.

3. Affiliation

• Institutional Affiliation: Specify the institution where each author is affiliated, including the department or unit.
• Complete Address: Provide the complete address of the institution in both Thai and English. This includes the institution's name, address, district, province, postal code, and the corresponding author's email address.

The main sections of this paper are as follows:

1. Abstract Section

The abstract section should provide a concise summary of the entire research paper.

Key Requirements:

• Length: The abstract should not exceed 300 words.
• Language: For Thai papers, both a Thai and an English abstract are required. The English abstract should precede the Thai abstract.
• Keywords: A maximum of 5 keywords should be provided at the end of the English abstract.

2. Introduction Section

The introduction provides the background and context for your research study. It should clearly articulate the research problem, its significance, and the specific objectives of the study.

Key Components of an Introduction:

• Background: Provide a brief overview of the existing research on the topic. Highlight the gap in the literature that your study will address.
• Research Problem: Clearly state the research problem that your study aims to solve.
• Significance: Explain why the research problem is important and why your study contributes to the field.
• Objectives: Specify the specific goals of your research.
• (Social Sciences): In social sciences, you may also include:
  • Scope: Define the boundaries of your study.
  • Theoretical Framework: Explain the theoretical framework that guides your research.
  • Hypotheses: State your research hypotheses, if any.

3. Materials and Methods Section

This section provides a detailed description of the materials used and the procedures followed in the study.

Key Elements:

• Materials: Clearly list all materials, equipment, and reagents used in the study.
• Methods: Describe the procedures step-by-step, ensuring that the study can be replicated by others.
• Clarity and Conciseness: Be concise and avoid unnecessary details. Use clear and concise language.
• References: Cite established methods by referring to the appropriate standard or reference, such as "according to AOAC (1990)".

4. Results and Discussion Section

This section presents and interprets the findings of your research.

Key Elements:

• Results: Present your findings clearly and concisely using text, tables, and figures.
• Discussion: Interpret the results, compare them to previous research, and discuss the implications of your findings.

5. Conclusion

The conclusion section provides a summary of the key findings, their significance, and potential implications of your research.

• Key elements:
  • Restate the main research question or hypothesis.
  • Summarize the most important findings.
  • Discuss the implications of your findings.
  • Highlight any limitations of the study.
  • Suggest directions for future research.

6. Acknowledgments 

The acknowledgments section is where you thank individuals or organizations that have contributed to your research.

• Keep it brief: Limit your acknowledgments to 50 words or less.
• Express gratitude: Thank those who provided financial support, guidance, or assistance.

6. References

• All references should be written in English. For references originally in Thai, please indicate "(in Thai)" at the end. Please refer to the Author Guidelines for specific instructions on formatting references.

Author Guidelines: คำแนะนำสำหรับผู้เขียนวารสารวนศาสตร์ไทย.pdf

Submission Form: แบบเสนอต้นฉบับวารสารวนศาสตร์ไทย.docx

Submission of Manuscripts

Manuscripts submitted for publication must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Acceptable types of manuscripts include:

1. Original articles: Complete reports of original research conducted by the author(s).
2. Short communications: Concise reports of novel research findings or observations.
3. Review articles: Critical reviews of the literature on a particular topic.  

Reviewer Guidelines

The journal has a policy of peer review, where experts in the field are invited to evaluate submitted manuscripts. Reviewers are requested to:

1. Provide detailed feedback: Offer constructive comments, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement.
2. Adhere to deadlines: To ensure timely publication, please complete your review within the specified timeframe. If you encounter any difficulties, please contact the journal coordinator at 02-561-4761 or 094-8855992.

Copyright Notice

I/We, the author(s), hereby certify that this manuscript has not been published previously and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere. I/We agree to the terms and conditions of manuscript submission and authorize the editorial board to review and edit the manuscript as they deem appropriate. I/We hereby assign all copyrights of the published work to the Journal of Forestry, Faculty of Forestry, Kasetsart University. In the event of any copyright infringement claims regarding any images, graphs, text, or opinions contained in the work, I/We, the author(s), shall be solely responsible. Furthermore, if I/We, the author(s), wish to withdraw the manuscript during the review process, I/We agree to bear all costs incurred in the review process.