Agriculture Journal: Content Updation Policy

IJOEAR’s content updation policy maintains the accuracy and relevance of published research. Authors are provided clear guidelines for revising content, ensuring that advancements or corrections are incorporated seamlessly to uphold the integrity of agricultural and environmental research.

Content Updation Policy:

The International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research (IJOEAR), ISSN 2454-1850 (online), is dedicated to maintaining the integrity and accuracy of its published articles. As a scholarly journal committed to open access and ethical publishing, we understand that authors may occasionally need to request minor updates to their published work. However, updates are only permitted under specific conditions and must follow the guidelines outlined in this policy.

The Content Updation Policy ensures that any corrections or modifications made to published articles uphold the credibility of the academic record while minimizing disruptions to the accessibility of previously archived versions. Authors are strongly encouraged to thoroughly review their work before submission to reduce the need for post-publication updates.

Purpose of the Content Updation Policy:

The policy serves the following objectives:

• Maintain Academic Integrity
  • Ensuring that all updates align with the journal's ethical and legal standards.
  • Preserving the trust of authors, reviewers, and readers.
• Promote Transparency
  • Providing a clear and structured process for making minor updates to published articles.
• Limit Disruptions to the Scholarly Record
  • Ensuring that updates are minimal and do not alter the fundamental conclusions of the research.

Conditions for Content Updation:

Authors are notified in the acceptance letter that rectifications or updates to published articles are generally not permitted.

However, under specific circumstances, one-time minor updates may be considered.

1. Definition of Content Updation:

Content updation refers to minor changes or corrections that do not alter the core findings or conclusions of the published article. These include:

• Corrections to author names or affiliations.
• Fixing typographical or formatting errors.
• Adjustments to equations or formulas.
• Correction of minor data inaccuracies, such as wrong values.

2. Restrictions on Updates:

• Major changes to the article’s content, structure, or conclusions are not permitted.
• Updates are allowed only once per article after publication.
• The editorial board reserves the right to reject any update requests that do not meet the criteria for minor changes.

3. Responsibility for Previous Versions:

As an open-access journal, IJOEAR articles can be freely downloaded and stored in various repositories worldwide. Examples include platforms like ResearchGate, Turnitin, iThenticate, and Scribd.

Once an article is published, the journal cannot ensure updates in these external repositories.

Any corrections made post-publication will only reflect in the journal's official database (PDF and HTML versions).

The journal and its publication house are not responsible for discrepancies in older versions stored externally.

Procedure for Content Updation:

Authors who wish to request updates must follow these steps:

1. Submit a Formal Application

   The corresponding author must submit an application to the editorial office via email.

   The application must clearly specify the nature of the correction, including a detailed explanation and supporting documentation.

2. Editorial Review

   The editorial team will evaluate the request to ensure it meets the criteria for minor updates.

   If approved, the team will coordinate with the production department to implement the changes.

3. Publication of Updated Content

   The updated article will replace the original version in the journal's database.

   A notice stating that the article has been updated will be added to the article’s metadata for transparency.

4. Limitations

   Once updates are implemented, no further changes to the article will be allowed.

   Authors are encouraged to thoroughly verify the updates during the review process.

Author Responsibilities:

Authors are responsible for:

• Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of their work before submission.
• Submitting update requests promptly, along with clear and detailed explanations.
• Understanding the limitations of post-publication updates in open-access environments.

Editorial Oversight:

The editorial team is responsible for:

• Evaluating update requests for validity and relevance.
• Ensuring that updates adhere to the journal’s policies and ethical standards.
• Maintaining transparency by documenting and communicating updates to readers.

Impact of Updates in Open-Access Publishing:

Open-access publishing promotes the unrestricted sharing of knowledge, allowing articles to be downloaded, stored, and cited globally.

While this enhances accessibility, it also poses challenges for content updation.

1. Archiving in External Repositories:

Once published, articles are often archived in repositories like ResearchGate or university libraries.

Updates made to the journal’s official version may not reflect in these external archives.

2. Citation Discrepancies:

Older versions of articles may continue to be cited, even after updates are made.

Authors should ensure that their update requests are justified and necessary to avoid confusion in the academic record.

Examples of Acceptable Updates:

To provide clarity, here are examples of acceptable and unacceptable updates:

Acceptable Updates:

• Correcting a typographical error in an author’s name (e.g., "Jhon" corrected to "John").
• Updating institutional affiliations due to a typographical error.
• Adjusting an equation with a minor misprint.
• Correcting a numerical value in a table that does not affect the study's conclusions.

Unacceptable Updates:

• Adding new data or sections to the article.
• Changing the research methodology or results.
• Altering the interpretation or conclusions of the study.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. Can I request multiple updates to my article?

   No, only one-time updates are permitted per article. Authors should ensure that all corrections are included in a single request.

2. Will my updates appear in external repositories?

   No, updates will only reflect in the journal’s official database. External repositories may continue to display the original version.

3. What is the timeframe for processing update requests?

   Update requests are typically processed within 7–14 working days, depending on the complexity of the corrections.

4. Can I make major changes to my published article?

   No, the policy strictly limits updates to minor corrections. Major changes require retraction and resubmission as a new article.

The Content Updation Policy of IJOEAR balances the need for accuracy with the integrity of the scholarly record. By providing a clear and structured process for minor updates, the journal ensures that authors and readers can trust its content while maintaining the accessibility and transparency of open-access publishing.

Authors are encouraged to carefully review their work before submission and to communicate promptly with the editorial office for any necessary updates.

For further information or assistance, please contact the editorial team.

For any queries or additional information, authors can contact the editorial team via email at info.ijoear@gmail.com or info @ijoear.com.com .