About the Journal

Aims and Scope

Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing high-quality researches that advances knowledge in various fields of food science, agriculture, biotechnology, animal and aquatic sciences, microbiology, and biological sciences. Our goal is to support scientific innovation and collaboration by sharing impactful discoveries and novel interpretations in these fields.

The journal publishes a variety of scholarly works, including research articles and review articles. All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process conducted by specialists in the field, ensuring academic integrity and excellence.

The journal covers a broad range of topics

  • Food Science and Technology : Food Chemistry, Processing, Nutrition, and Sensory Evaluation.
  • Agricultural Biotechnology and Crop Science : Innovations in Plant Breeding, Plant Protection, Biotechnology, Soil Science, and Sustainable Agriculture, and Crop Production.
  • Animal and Aquatic Science : Livestock and Aquatic Nutrition, Animal Biotechnology, Reproduction, Farm Management, Animal Products, and Sustainable Production Systems.
  • Microbiology and Food Safety : Food microbiology, Foodborne Pathogens, Microbiota, Probiotics, Fermentation, Microbial Bioproducts, Antimicrobial Properties, Rapid Detection and Diagnostic Technologies.

Peer Review Process

The editorial board appoints reviewers to evaluate the manuscript through a double-blind review process.The full detials of the peer review process can be found here.

Publication Frequency: Three issues a year

Issue 1: January – April
Issue 2: May – August
Issue 3: September – December

Types of Articles

Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) is published either as a research article or a review article.

  • Research articles: report original research findings in food, agricultural and biological sciences. The research articles should include a clear research question, methodology, results, and conclusion. The articles should also provide a clear and concise discussion of the research findings, their implications, and their contributions to the relevant field of study. Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) does not accept survey or questionnaire-based studies, prospective observational studies, and case studies unless they demonstrate significant impact on community or industry.
  • Review articles: comprehensively review the existing literature on a specific topic in food, agricultural and biological sciences. Review articles should critically analyze and synthesize the literature, identify knowledge gaps, and suggest future research directions. The format and length of review articles are more flexible than research articles.

Language

Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) requires that all articles be written in English. Authors must use clear and concise language while ensuring proper grammar and spelling. If English proofreading is necessary after a paper has been accepted, authors must seek assistance from a native English speaker or a professional proofreading service before proceeding with the next stages of publication.

Article Processing Charge (APC)

Publishing articles in Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) is free of charge. This policy is applied to all types of articles.

Open Access Policy

The journal is committed to promoting the broad dissemination and accessibility of articles. We provide open access to our content, allowing readers to access and download articles online free of charge.

Ownership and Management

Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) is an official journal of the Division of Research Facilitation and Dissemination of Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand. The Division of Research Facilitation and Dissemination, Mahasarakham University fully supports the journal in financial, operational, and management matters as well as monitors Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) to preserve its high publication standards, rigorous peer-review process, and open-access availability to researchers, scientists, and academics around the world.

Publisher

Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) is the official peer-reviewed journal of the Division of Research Facilitation and Dissemination, Mahasarakham University, 41/20 Khamriang Sub-District, Kantarawichai District, Maha Sarakham, 44150 Thailand.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors are required to transfer the copyright of their articles to Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) to ensure complete copyright protection for their work and to allow for appropriate distribution of the articles through print and electronic media. Authors retain the copyright of articles published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY-ND) license, which enables reusers to copy and distribute the material in any medium or format in unadapted form only, and only so long as attribution is given to the creator. The license allows for commercial use. Proper citation of the original publication is essential, and authors must obtain approval from the journal. Authors are also responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce any copyrighted material from other sources.

Revenue Sources

The publication process for Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) is entirely free of charge. The journal is financially supported by the Division of Research Facilitation and Dissemination at Mahasarakham University, certifying that researchers and scholars can disseminate their valuable work without financial barriers. This support serves as the foundation of our commitment to encouraging academic exchange and advancing research in our field.

Advertising and Direct Marketing

Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST)  has no advertising and marketing policies. The journal welcomes all submissions that are in line with the stated aims and scope with no publication charges.

Repository Policy

All publications, manuscripts, and related materials submitted to our repository are  stored in the ThaiJO 2.0 system, a national journal management platform supported by the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC), Thailand.

Journal History

This journal was established in 2015 under the title Research & Knowledge (ISSN: 2408-204X for print, 2630-0400 for online) to serve as a platform for multidisciplinary research dissemination.

In 2020, the journal underwent a transformation and was rebranded as the Science Technology and Engineering Journal (STEJ) (ISSN: 2697-6072 for online), focusing more specifically on scientific and technological advancements in engineering and related disciplines.

In 2023, to better align with its core research areas, the journal was reestablished under its current name, Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) (ISSN: 2822-101X for online). This change marked a renewed dedication to publishing high-quality research in food, agricultural and biological sciences.

Recently, Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) continues to uphold rigorous academic standards, encouraging knowledge exchange and supporting researchers in their contributions to the field.