Journal of Climate Resilient Mountain Livelihood (JCRML)
Peer-Reviewed Open Access Journal for Sustainable Mountain Agriculture Development
The University of Agriculture SwatAdvancing Climate Resilience in Mountain Ecosystems
JCRML publishes cutting-edge research on climate change adaptation, sustainable agriculture, and livelihood resilience in mountainous regions of Pakistan in general and Northern Areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in particular and beyond.
Latest Articles
Recent publications from our current issue
Climate Change Impacts on Apple Production in Hindu Kush Himalayas
This study examines the changing precipitation patterns and temperature variations affecting apple orchards in Swat Valley…
Read Full Article →Sustainable Water Management Practices in Mountain Agriculture
A comprehensive review of traditional and modern irrigation techniques suitable for mountainous terrain…
Read Full Article →Community-Based Adaptation Strategies in Gilgit-Baltistan
Documentation of indigenous knowledge systems and community-led climate adaptation initiatives…
Read Full Article →About the Journal
Learn about our mission, scope, and publication standards
Our Mission
The Journal of Climate Resilient Mountain Livelihood (JCRML) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to disseminating high-quality research on climate change adaptation and sustainable development in mountain ecosystems.
Published by the University of Agriculture, Swat, the journal serves as a platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to share knowledge and innovations that enhance the resilience of mountain communities.
Aims & Scope
- Climate change impacts and adaptation strategies
- Sustainable mountain agriculture and forestry
- Water resource management in high-altitude regions
- Biodiversity conservation and ecosystem services
- Livelihood diversification and food security
- Disaster risk reduction and management
- Indigenous knowledge and traditional practices
- Policy frameworks for mountain development
Focus Areas
Interdisciplinary research covering natural sciences, social sciences, and policy studies relevant to mountainous regions of Pakistan, Himalayas, Hindu Kush, and Karakoram ranges.
Publication Ethics
JCRML follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. We maintain rigorous peer-review standards and ensure plagiarism checks for all submissions.
Editorial Board
Meet the experts guiding our publication
Chief Editor
Dr. Fazli Wahid
Editor-in-Chief
The University of Agriculture, Swat
Department of Soil & Environmental Sciences
Associate Editors
Dr. Amjad
Associate Editor
Soil & Environmental Sciences
The University of Agriculture, Swat
Dr. Zahoor
Associate Editor
Agricultural Sciences
University of Agriculture, Swat
Dr. Irfan Ullah
Associate Editor
Horticulture, Agriculture Sciences
The University of Agriculture, Swat
Editorial Board Members
Dr. Mian Ahmad Raza
Member
The University of Agriculture Swat
Dr. Misbah Ullah
Member
International Member
China
Dr. Jawad Anwar
Member
Food Sciences and Technology, The University of Agriculture Swat
Prof. Dr. Yousaf Hayat
Member
The University of Agriculture Peshawar, Pakistan
Current Issue
Volume 2, Number 1 (January-June 2024)
Issue Information
Published: March 2024
Total Articles: 8
Special Section: Climate Adaptation in Hindu Kush Himalayas
Assessment of Climate Variability Effects on Wheat Yield in Swat Valley
This research analyzes 30 years of climate data to establish correlations between temperature shifts and wheat productivity…
Download PDFGlacial Lake Outburst Floods: Risk Assessment and Early Warning Systems
Comprehensive review of GLOF hazards in northern Pakistan and evaluation of existing monitoring mechanisms…
Download PDFAgroforestry Practices for Soil Conservation in Mountain Slopes
Preliminary findings from a 3-year study on contour farming combined with nitrogen-fixing tree species…
Download PDFInstitutional Frameworks for Climate Finance in Mountain Regions
Analysis of funding mechanisms and policy gaps in implementing climate adaptation projects in KP province…
Download PDFAuthor Guidelines
Everything you need to know about submitting to JCRML
📋 General Requirements
- Manuscripts must be original and not under consideration elsewhere
- All authors must approve the final version
- Plagiarism similarity index must be below 15%
- Studies involving human subjects require ethics approval
- Manuscripts should be in British English
📝 Manuscript Format
- Font: Times New Roman, 12pt, double-spaced
- Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides
- Length: 6000-8000 words for research articles
- Abstract: 250 words max, structured (Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion)
- Keywords: 4-6 keywords following the abstract
- References: APA 7th edition style
- Figures: High resolution (300 DPI), TIFF or PNG format
🔍 Peer Review Process
- Initial screening by Editorial Office (3-5 days)
- Double-blind peer review by 2-3 experts (4-6 weeks)
- Author revision period (2-4 weeks)
- Final decision by Editor-in-Chief
- Production and publication (2-3 weeks)
Average time from submission to first decision: 6-8 weeks
💰 Publication Fees
- Submission Fee: Free
- Article Processing Charge (APC): PKR 15,000 / USD 75 (waived for corresponding authors from low-income countries)
- Color Figures: No additional charge
- Open Access: All articles freely available upon publication
✅ Submission Checklist
- Cover letter explaining significance
- Manuscript file (without author details for blind review)
- Title page with author information
- Conflict of interest statement
- Ethical approval documents (if applicable)
- Data availability statement
- ORCID IDs for all authors
Submit Your Manuscript
Ready to publish? Follow our submission process
Online Submission System
JCRML uses an online manuscript management system for efficient peer review
Submission Steps:
- Create an account in the submission system
- Prepare files according to author guidelines
- Fill in manuscript metadata (title, abstract, keywords)
- Upload manuscript files separately (main text, figures, tables)
- Suggest potential reviewers (optional)
- Confirm submission and receive tracking ID
New authors need to register. Returning authors can log in with existing credentials.
Need Help?
Contact our editorial office for submission support:
Email: jcrml@uoas.edu.pk
Phone: +92-0946-811888
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (PKT)
Contact Us
Get in touch with the editorial office
Editorial Office
Address
Journal of Climate Resilient Mountain Livelihood
Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization
The University of Agriculture, Swat
Takhtaband Road, Mingora, Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistan – 19200
editor.jcrml@uoas.edu.pk
submissions.jcrml@uoas.edu.pk
Phone
+92-946-811888
+92-333-9867727(Direct)
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed