with the collaboration of Iranian Society of Mechanical Engineers (ISME)
Volume 14 (2024)
Volume 13 (2023)
Volume 12 (2022)
Volume 11 (2021)
Volume 10 (2020)
Volume 9 (2019)
Volume 8 (2018)
Volume 7 (2017)
Volume 6 (2016)
Volume 5 (2015)
Volume 4 (2014)
Volume 3 (2013)
Volume 2 (2012)
Volume 1 (2011)

 

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 Publication start year
2011
 Number of Volumes 15
 Number of Issues 35
 Number of Authors 830 
 Number of submissions 1,250
 Number of Reject Articles 679
 Number of Accept Articles 524
 Number of Reviewers 410

 


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The Journal of Agricultural Machinery (JAM) was established in 2010 by Ferdowsi University of Mashhad in collaboration with the Iranian Society of Mechanical Engineers (ISME) through a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding. The journal aims to publish the latest research results of scientists in the field of designing, manufacturing, and evaluating various agricultural machinery and equipment, as well as the mechanization and management of machinery in agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and post-harvesting equipment. This will hopefully promote precision and modern agriculture through targeted research.

Articles in this journal can be submitted in three types of formats: Research, Short, and Review. Additionally, authors have the option to submit their articles in either Persian or English language.

This journal indexes in the Scopus database and in the The Web of Science Core Collection (Emerging Sources Citation Index). 

Last site Update: 23 February 2025

Research Article-en Post-harvest technologies
Artificial Neural Network (ANN) Modeling of Plasma and Ultrasound-assisted Air Drying of Cumin Seeds

M. Namjoo; M. Moradi; M. A. Nematollahi; H. Golbakhshi

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 1-22

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.85744.1209

Abstract
  In this study, the air drying of cumin seeds was boosted by cold plasma pre-treatment (CPt) followed by high-power ultrasound waves (USp). To examine the impact of included effects, different CP exposure times (0, 15, and 30 s), sonication powers (0, 60, 120, and 180 W), and drying air temperatures (30, ...  Read More

Research Article-en Bioenergy
Optimization of Cumulative Energy, Exergy Consumption and Environmental Life Cycle Assessment Modification of Corn Production in Lorestan Province, Iran

M. Soleymani; A. Asakereh; M. Safaeinejad

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 23-46

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.86234.1221

Abstract
  Optimal use of resources, including energy, is one of the most important principles in modern and sustainable agricultural systems. Exergy analysis and life cycle assessment were used to study the efficient use of inputs, energy consumption reduction, and various environmental effects in the corn production ...  Read More

Research Article-en Agricultural systems engineering (greenhouse, fish farming, mushroom production)
IoT Stingless Bee Colony Monitoring System

R. J. Arendela; R. A. Ebora; E. Arboleda; J. L. M. Ramos; M. Bono; D. Dimero

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 47-63

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.86261.1222

Abstract
  The IoT monitoring system for stingless bee colonies aims to provide real-time information about temperature, humidity, and hive weight in response to the issue of colony collapse disorder (CCD) caused by human intervention in beekeeping. It also aims to improve the current monitoring methods for the ...  Read More

Research Article-en Image Processing
Diagnosis and Classification of Two Common Potato Leaf Diseases (Early Blight and Late Blight) Using Image Processing and Machine Learning

H. Koroshi Talab; D. Mohammad Zamani; M. Gholami Parashkoohi

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 65-79

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.86571.1226

Abstract
  Diagnosing plant diseases is an important part of crop management and can significantly affect the quantity and quality of production. Traditional methods of visual assessment by human observers are time-consuming, costly, and error-prone, making accurate diagnosis and differentiation between various ...  Read More

Research Article-en Design and Construction
Evaluations of Cereal Combine Harvester Head Attachment for Harvesting of Sunflower and Comparison with Conventional Harvesting Methods

M. Safari; P. Ghiasi; A. Rohani

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 81-93

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.86827.1229

Abstract
  In Iran, more than 50,000 hectares of sunflowers (oil and nuts) are cultivated annually. Conventional grain combine harvesters are not compatible with the unique characteristics of sunflowers, leading to significant grain losses during harvesting. Therefore, it is currently being harvested manually. ...  Read More

Research Article-en Agricultural systems engineering (greenhouse, fish farming, mushroom production)
Developing a Service Management Framework in the Agricultural Supply Chain with Fuzzy Weighted Average

M. Zangeneh

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 95-113

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.87618.1239

Abstract
  The main objective of this research is to create a comprehensive and adaptable framework for assessing performance in agricultural supply chains and develop two improving approaches. The most relevant performance measures are selected to assess the current status of services in agricultural supply chains ...  Read More

Research Article-en Post-harvest technologies
Qualitative Analysis of Apple Fruit during Storage using Magnetic Resonance Imaging

R. Khodabakhshian; R. Baghbani

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 115-127

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.87861.1243

Abstract
  Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a non-destructive technique for determining the quality of fruits which, with different protocols, shows the density and structure of hydrogen atoms in the fruit in which it is placed. This study compared MRI images of healthy and bruised apple flesh tissues, both ...  Read More

Research Article-en Image Processing
Hyperparameter Optimization of ANN, SVM, and KNN Models for Classification of Hazelnuts Images Based on Shell Cracks and Feature Selection Method

H. Bagherpour; F. Fatehi; A. Shojaeian; R. Bagherpour

Volume 15, Issue 1 , March 2025, Pages 129-144

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.87830.1244

Abstract
  In some countries, people commonly consume hazelnuts in their shells to extend shelf life or due to technological limitations. Therefore, open-shell hazelnuts are more marketable. At the semi-industrial scale, open-shell and closed-shell hazelnuts are currently separated from each other through visual ...  Read More

Effect of turbo charger system on engine fuel consumption and tractor power and traction (ITM475, ITM485 and ITM800)
Volume 5, Issue 2 , 2015, , Pages 313-324

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v5i2.28515

Abstract
  Introduction: Tractors are considered as the main power generators in mechanized agriculture. Hence, the experts and engineers in tractor manufacturing of the country, are required to focus on developing and designing new features in tractor manufacturing. This must be, of course, paralleled with the ...  Read More

Evaluation and Modeling of Camel Thorn (Alhagi Maurorum) Weed Cutting by Water Jet
Volume 4, Issue 1 , 2014, , Pages 125-132

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v4i1.33176

Abstract
  Due to the importance of weed control and the limitations of mechanical methods in some places, in this research the water jet cutting for weed control was investigated. The cutting tests were performed on camel thorn weed in Shahid Bahonar university of Kerman. The water jet pressure of 90 bars was ...  Read More

The Effect of Compression Ratio and Alternative Fuels on the Performance of Turbocharged Diesel Engine by GT-POWER Software
Volume 11, Issue 2 , 2021, , Pages 199-212

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v11i2.71613

Abstract
  Introduction Today, maximizing the efficiency of fuels and increasing the output power of diesel engines is considered inevitable due to the increasing need for energy resources, the reduction of fossil fuel resources, the need to maintain the environment, reduce air pollution, and limit the electricity ...  Read More

Comparison of Rice Direct Seeding Methods (Mechanical and Manual) with Transplanting Method
Volume 4, Issue 1 , 2014, , Pages 108-115

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.v4i1.33172

Abstract
  The main method of rice planting in Iran is transplanting. Due to poor mechanization of rice production, this method is laborious and costly. The other method is direct seeding in wet lands which is performed in the one third of rice cultivation area of the world. The most important problem in this method ...  Read More

Design and Construction of a High-voltage System to Kill Weeds with a Feedback Mechanism
Volume 13, Issue 2 , June 2023, , Pages 117-133

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2021.70524.1051

Abstract
  IntroductionVarious methods have been performed to control weeds in the world and the use of herbicides is one of them, but public concerns about human health have changed interest in alternative methods. Thermal methods based on flame-weeder, hot air, steam, and hot water have the potential to control ...  Read More

Research Article
Investigation, Optimization of Energy Consumption and Yield Modeling of Two Paddy Cultivars with Genetic-Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm

S. Sharifi; N. Hafezi; M. H. Aghkhani

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 02 December 2024
©2024 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2022.77064.1108

Abstract
  IntroductionEfficient use of energy in paddy production can lower greenhouse gas emissions, safeguard agricultural ecosystems, and promote the growth of sustainable agriculture. Meanwhile, intelligent agriculture has come to the aid of farmers and policy-makers by harnessing cutting-edge technologies, ...  Read More

Research Article
Construction and Performance Evaluation of a Flow Meter Based on Thermal Pulse to Measure Plant Sap Flow in Vascular Tissues

M. Teimorzadeh; J. Baradaran Motie; A. Rohani; Y. Selahvarzi

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 26 February 2025
©2025 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0)

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2023.81221.1150

Abstract
  IntroductionNeglecting the water requirements of trees can result in inefficient irrigation practices, leading to either water wastage or drought stress. Effective irrigation management necessitates precise information on the quantity and pattern of water consumption by trees. To achieve optimal irrigation, ...  Read More

Research Article
Monitoring Livestock Health by Modeling Rumination Behavior According to Accelerometer-Based Information

E. Vahedi Tekmehdash; H. Navid; H. Ghasemzadeh; H. Karimi; M. Javani Holan

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 05 March 2025
©2025 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.86082.1216

Abstract
  IntroductionThe livestock sector excels in the production of dairy and meat products. These products, serving as vital sources of animal protein, hold a significant position in household diets. The significance of these two products in the food basket has heightened awareness around animal health. Regularly ...  Read More

Research Article
Design, Construction, and Evaluation of a Spatial Depth Measurement System for Subsoiler in Sugarcane Fields

N. Loveimi; A. Azizi; A. Kaab; A. Neisi

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 23 February 2025
©2025 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.87809.1242

Abstract
  IntroductionSubsoiling is a critical tillage operation for many crops, particularly sugarcane, due to the impact of agricultural machinery traffic and its significance in managing heavy-textured and compacted soils. Given the extensive size of sugarcane fields and the time-intensive nature of subsoiling ...  Read More

Research Article
Prediction of Rut Depth in Soil Caused by Wheels Using Artificial Neural Networks

N. Farhadi; A. Mardani; A. Hosainpour; B. Golanbari

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 24 February 2025
©2025 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0)

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.90273.1295

Abstract
  Introduction The formation of ruts induced by vehicle traffic poses a significant challenge for agricultural soils due to soil compaction both at the surface and deeper layers. This phenomenon compromises vehicle performance increases energy consumption, and leads to long-term environmental degradation, ...  Read More

Research Article-en
Impact of Field Characteristics on Pneumatic Seed Drill Performance: A Case Study in Eritrea

T. A. Medhn; A. G. Levshin; S. G. Teklay

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 30 December 2024
©2024 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2024.89995.1286

Abstract
  The efficient use of agricultural machinery significantly improves both the quantity and quality of field operations; therefore, it is essential to optimize operational speed and field time. Factors such as field shape complexities and soil surface roughness (SSR) significantly impact seeding performance. ...  Read More

Research Article
Manufacturing and Evaluation of a Dry land Rice Transplanter

A. Sadin; M. H. Aghkhani; M. A. Ebrahimi-Nik; J. Baradaran Motie

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 08 March 2025
©2025 The author(s). This is an open access article distributed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0)

https://doi.org/10.22067/jam.2023.84424.1190

Abstract
  Introduction Planting rice seedlings in the main field followed by periodic or intermittent irrigation is often considered a form of dry farming. Research suggests that flood irrigation in rice cultivation is primarily favored by farmers for its ability to control weeds and ensure a reliable water supply, ...  Read More

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