The process of standardized refereeing of professional publications: a reference framework for the panel of referees of AFBM Journal

This paper contains instructions for intending referees of the AFBM Journal, - Australian Farm Business and Farming Systems Management Journal ' a refereed publication of the Australian Farm Business Management Network (i.e. AFBMNetwork). The authors want to ensure that: (1) the papers submitted to AFBM Journal will have a common standard of evaluation; (2) the referees will make an informed decision, while optimising their time; and (3) the refereeing opportunity will encourage and uphold the author's interest in publishing. Logistical issues in the process of refereeing professional publications are summarised. The paper contains a refereeing format to be used by the members of the Referee Panel of AFBM Journal.