Publication Ethics

Minagro: Jurnal Agronomi is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice. This ethical statement is based on the principles of transparency, integrity, and best practices in scholarly publishing, in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting manuscripts to Minagro: Jurnal Agronomi are expected to adhere to the following ethical principles:

  • Authors must ensure that their manuscripts are original, have not been previously published, and are not under consideration by another journal.

  • All sources used in the research must be properly cited, and plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited.

  • Data presented in the manuscript must be accurate, honest, and not fabricated, falsified, or selectively reported.

  • Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study.

  • Any potential conflicts of interest, financial or non-financial, must be clearly disclosed.

  • Authors must ensure that research involving humans, animals, or biological materials complies with relevant ethical standards and regulations.

Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

Editors of Minagro: Jurnal Agronomi are responsible for:

  • Making publication decisions based solely on the academic merit, originality, clarity, and relevance of the manuscript to the journal’s scope.

  • Ensuring a fair, unbiased, and confidential peer-review process.

  • Preventing conflicts of interest between authors, reviewers, and editors.

  • Taking appropriate actions in cases of suspected ethical misconduct, including plagiarism, data falsification, or duplicate publication.

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of all submitted manuscripts and related communications.

Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers

Reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the quality of published articles and are expected to:

  • Conduct objective, constructive, and timely reviews.

  • Treat all manuscripts as confidential documents.

  • Identify relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors.

  • Report any suspicion of ethical issues, plagiarism, or conflicts of interest to the editor.

  • Decline review assignments if they have conflicts of interest related to the manuscript.

Publication Malpractice and Handling of Ethical Issues

Minagro: Jurnal Agronomi takes allegations of publication misconduct seriously. In cases of suspected ethical violations, the journal will follow COPE procedures, which may include investigation, communication with authors and institutions, and, when necessary, correction, retraction, or expression of concern.

The journal is committed to maintaining academic integrity and ensuring that all published articles contribute responsibly to the advancement of agronomy and agricultural sciences.