The Center for Crop Diversification (CCD) welcomes Extension publications that support Kentucky’s specialty crop growers and the professionals who assist them. Below is an overview of who can submit, what we publish, and how the review process works.
Who Can Submit
CCD accepts submissions from any individual or group seeking peer-review of their Extension content, that is related to specialty crop production in Kentucky. This includes growers, extension personnel, researchers, educators, and technical assistance providers.
What We Publish
Publications should be practical, research-based, and useful to Kentucky specialty crop growers or those providing technical assistance to them. Content should align with CCD’s mission of supporting diversified crop production across the state through the Cooperative Extension Service.
When to Submit
- Submissions are accepted year-round using the online author submission link.
- Calls for reviewers are issued on the 15th of each month.
- Submissions received prior to the 15th will be included in that month’s review cycle. Submissions received after the 15th of the month will roll into the next month's call for reviewers.
How the Review Process Works
- Submit a Request for Review
Complete the submission form using the author submission link. - Initial Contact from CCD
A member of the CCD team will follow up with you by the 15th of the month to confirm next steps. - Peer Review
- The CCD team coordinates the peer review process.
- Reviewers are typically given 3–4 weeks to complete their reviews.
- Once at least two reviews are completed, feedback is returned to the author(s).
- Author Revisions
Authors make any requested changes and resubmit the revised FINAL draft of publication here. - Formatting and Accessibility
The CCD team formats the publication to meet accessibility and publication standards, then returns it to the author for a final review. - Final Approval and Publication
After author approval, the publication is posted on the CCD website, and a direct link is sent to the author. If after the publication is posted, changes are requested by the author(s), email alexis.sheffield@uky.edu. Changes after publishing may take as much as 3 months to complete.