Agriculture Journal: Article Withdrawal Policy

Article Withdrawal Policy:

The International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research (IJOEAR), ISSN 2454-1850 (online), is committed to maintaining the integrity of scholarly communication. As a peer-reviewed journal, we uphold the highest standards of publication ethics and adhere to established practices to ensure a permanent and transparent academic record.

Occasionally, exceptional circumstances may arise that necessitate the withdrawal, retraction, or removal of published articles. These actions are taken with great care, following established protocols, and aim to balance the rights and responsibilities of authors, readers, and the journal itself.

This policy outlines the conditions, procedures, and ethical considerations associated with article withdrawal, retraction, removal, and replacement in IJOEAR.

Purpose of the Article Withdrawal Policy:

The withdrawal policy serves the following purposes:

• Protecting Academic Integrity
  • Ensuring that published research adheres to ethical and legal standards.
  • Maintaining a credible and trustworthy scholarly archive.
• Addressing Errors and Misconduct
  • Providing a mechanism to address accidental errors, ethical violations, or legal disputes that may arise post-publication.
• Upholding Transparency
  • Ensuring that any changes to the academic record are documented and accessible for reference.

Circumstances for Article Withdrawal:

Withdrawal actions may occur under the following circumstances:

1. Articles in Press:

Articles accepted for publication but not yet formally published may be withdrawn under conditions such as:

• Errors in the manuscript that cannot be corrected through revisions.
• Accidental duplication of submissions.
• Violations of professional ethics, including:
  • Multiple submissions to different journals.
  • Fraudulent claims of authorship.
  • Plagiarism or data fabrication.

2. Published Articles:

Published articles may only be withdrawn in cases where:

• Serious ethical breaches are identified.
• The content is found to infringe legal rights or copyright.

3. Legal or Health Concerns:

In rare cases, an article may be withdrawn due to legal limitations, defamatory content, or potential risks to public health if acted upon.

Procedures for Article Withdrawal:

1. Author-Initiated Withdrawal:

The corresponding author must submit a formal withdrawal application, explaining the reasons for the request.

The corresponding author have to send a receipt of article withdrawal fee of 200 USD along with the application.

The editorial team reviews the application and consults with relevant board members.

If approved, the article is withdrawn from the journal database, and a notice is issued.

2. Editorial Withdrawal:

The editorial team may withdraw an article if ethical violations or errors are detected during or after the publication process.

Authors are informed of the decision, and a formal notice is issued.

3. Impact of Withdrawal:

Withdrawn articles are removed from the journal's database in PDF and HTML formats.

A notice replaces the withdrawn content, stating the reason for withdrawal and linking to the policy document.

Withdrawn articles are not reconsidered for republication in the journal.

Article Retraction:

Definition:

Retraction is the process of formally invalidating the findings of a published article while preserving the record for transparency.

Conditions for Retraction:

Articles may be retracted for reasons such as:

• Plagiarism or fraudulent use of data.
• Ethical violations, including unauthorized authorship claims.
• Serious errors affecting the validity of findings.

Procedure for Retraction:

A retraction note titled "Retraction: [Article Title]" is published in a subsequent journal issue.

In the electronic version:

• The original article is retained with a watermark indicating "Retracted."
• The retraction note is displayed prominently with a link to the article.

The reasons for retraction are detailed in the note, signed by the authors and/or editor.

Article Removal:

Definition:

Article removal is an exceptional action taken only when retaining the content poses legal, ethical, or public health risks.

Conditions for Removal:

An article may be removed under the following circumstances:

• Defamatory content or infringement of legal rights.
• Compliance with court orders.
• Risk of harm if the article's recommendations are acted upon.

Procedure for Removal:

The metadata, including the article title and authors, are retained.

The text is replaced with a notice stating the reason for removal.

Article Replacement:

Definition:

Replacement involves retracting a flawed article and replacing it with a corrected version.

Conditions for Replacement:

Replacement is considered when:

• The original article poses significant risks if followed.
• Authors provide a corrected version for publication.

Procedure for Replacement:

A retraction notice is issued for the original article.

The corrected version is published with a link to the retraction notice.

A history of changes is documented in the database.

Author Responsibilities:

Authors play a critical role in upholding the integrity of the academic record. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring manuscripts comply with ethical and legal standards.
• Informing the journal promptly of errors or issues post-publication.
• Submitting withdrawal or retraction requests with sufficient documentation.

Editorial Oversight:

The editorial team is responsible for:

• Evaluating withdrawal and retraction requests.
• Consulting with the journal's board and relevant experts.
• Ensuring transparency and adherence to international publishing standards.

FAQs: Article Withdrawal Policy:

1. Can I withdraw my article after acceptance?

   Yes, but a formal application must be submitted, and the editorial board will review the request.

2. Will my article be republished after withdrawal?

   No, withdrawn articles are not reconsidered for republication in the journal.

3. What happens if ethical violations are discovered post-publication?

   The article may be retracted or removed, depending on the nature of the violation.

4. Who decides on article withdrawal or retraction?

   The final decision is made by the journal's editorial board, considering input from relevant experts.

5. Are there any charges associated with withdrawing or making required changes to a published article in the International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research (IJOEAR)?

   Yes, there is charges associated with withdrawing or replacing a published article.

   Withdrawal/Replacement Charges: If the authors request to withdraw or replace a published article, a charge of 200 USD may apply.

   Acceptance: This charge is only applicable if the journal's editorial board approves the authors' request for withdrawal or replacement.

The Article Withdrawal Policy of IJOEAR is designed to uphold the highest ethical standards in publishing while preserving the integrity of the scholarly record. By clearly outlining the conditions and procedures for withdrawal, retraction, removal, and replacement, the policy ensures transparency and accountability in academic publishing. Authors and readers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with this policy to contribute to a fair and credible research environment.

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