Ethical Guidelines for Editors

Editors at Journal of Plant Production and Sustainability play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and integrity of the manuscripts and they are responsible for:

Editorial Integrity and Independence

 

Making decisions on manuscripts based on the quality of the work and its relevance to the journal, free from bias or conflicts of interest.

 

Confidentiality

 

Maintaining the confidentiality of all manuscripts and related communications.

 

Timely Decisions

 

Making timely decisions regarding the acceptance, rejection, or revision of manuscripts.

 

Selection of Reviewers

 

Selecting appropriate, qualified peer reviewers who are experts in the subject of the submitted manuscript.

 

Ethical Oversight

 

Ensuring that all research published adheres to ethical guidelines, including proper citation practices, avoidance of plagiarism, and adherence to research ethics (such as informed consent and animal rights when applicable).

 

Conflict of Interest Management

 

Avoiding to handling manuscripts where there is a conflict of interest (e.g., personal, financial, or professional relationships with the authors).

 

Transparency

 

Promoting transparency by clearly communicating the manuscript’s review process and decisions to authors.

 

Quality of the Journal

 

Maintaining high academic standards, including the quality and relevance of the research published.

 

Appeals

 

Handing appeals or complaints about editorial decisions fairly and transparently.

 

Diversity

 

Publishing research from diverse authors and perspectives.

 

Open Access

 

Supporting open access policies, ensuring that articles are accessible to a broad audience.