Matthew Kramer|Ellen T. Paparozzi|Walter W. Stroup
Statistics in a Horticultural Journal: Problems and Solutions
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examined articles volume 139 first issue volume 140 journal american society horticultural science jashs statistical problems slightly fewer half appeared problems consistent found biological journals problems ranged inappropriate analyses statistical procedures insufficient complete lack information analyses performed common problem arose taking many measurements plant leads correlated test results ignored declaring significance p 005 test case experimentwise error control lacking believe many problems could caught writing review process ie identifying require extensive statistics background suggests authors reviewers absorbed kept current many statistical basics needed understanding data conducting proper statistical analyses communicating results variety reasons graduate training statistics horticulture majors appears inadequate suggest researchers field actively seek opportunities improve update statistical knowledge throughout careers engage statistician collaborator early unfamiliar methods needed design analyze research study addition ashs publishes three journals assist authors reviewers editors recognizing supporting need continuing education quantitative literacy