Author Policies
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1. Digital Preservation
The African Journal of Poultry Farming ensures the long-term preservation of its scholarly content through reputable digital archives and repositories. This commitment to digital preservation guarantees that all published articles remain accessible for future research and reference, safeguarding against data loss and ensuring the integrity of the academic record.
2. Data Sharing Policy
Authors are encouraged to share the data underpinning their research findings to enhance transparency and reproducibility. Data should be deposited in recognized repositories, and a data availability statement must accompany the manuscript, detailing how the data can be accessed and utilized by other researchers.
3. Open Access Policy
Adhering to the principles of open access, African Journal of Poultry Farming ensures that all published articles are freely accessible to the public. This model enhances the visibility and impact of the research by allowing unrestricted access to readers globally, without subscription barriers.
4. Errata, Retractions, and Corrigenda Policy
To maintain the accuracy and integrity of the academic record, the journal addresses any errors or significant issues in published articles through errata, retractions, and corrigenda. Authors are encouraged to promptly report any mistakes discovered post-publication, which will be rectified transparently.
5. Human and Animal Rights Policy
Research involving human participants or animals must comply with ethical standards. Authors are required to provide documentation of ethical approval from relevant review boards or ethics committees. Studies should adhere to principles of humane treatment and respect for all subjects.
6. Plagiarism Policy
The African Journal of Poultry Farming enforces a stringent anti-plagiarism policy. All submissions are checked for originality using advanced plagiarism detection software. Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly cited, as any form of plagiarism will result in rejection of the manuscript.
7. Submission of Manuscript
Authors must submit their manuscripts via the journal's online submission system, which streamlines the process and allows for easy tracking. Manuscripts should comply with the journal’s formatting guidelines and be accompanied by all necessary documentation.
8. Participant/Patient Privacy and Informed Consent
Protecting the privacy of participants and patients is paramount. Authors must obtain all necessary consents and ensure that personal identifiers are removed or anonymized. The informed consent process should be documented and adhere to ethical guidelines.
9. Licensing Policy
The African Journal of Poultry Farming operates under a Creative Commons licensing framework, which allows authors to retain copyright while granting the journal rights to publish and distribute their work. This license promotes open access and wider dissemination of research findings.
10. Rights and Grants to the Author
Authors retain significant rights over their published works, including the ability to reuse content in future works, distribute copies, and post versions on personal or institutional websites. The journal provides authors with a grant of rights for the distribution and archiving of their articles.
11. Sample Paper
To assist authors in manuscript preparation, the African Journal of Poultry Farming provides sample papers that illustrate the expected formatting, structure, and style. Authors can refer to these samples to ensure their submissions meet the journal’s standards.
12. Manuscript Preparation
Authors should prepare their manuscripts according to the journal's detailed guidelines, including formatting of text, figures, and tables, and adherence to length requirements and citation styles. Proper preparation facilitates a smooth review process and enhances readability.
13. APC Waiver Policy
The African Journal of Poultry Farming offers an APC waiver policy to support authors from low-income regions or those facing financial hardship. Eligible authors can apply for partial or full waivers of the Article Processing Charge to ensure financial constraints do not impede the publication of valuable research.
14. Author’s Agreement Form
Upon acceptance of their manuscript, authors must sign an Author’s Agreement Form outlining the terms of publication, including copyright transfer, licensing, and author responsibilities. This agreement ensures clarity and mutual understanding between authors and the journal.
15. Checklist
Before submission, authors should review the journal’s checklist to ensure all required elements are included and properly formatted. This step helps reduce the likelihood of delays during the review process by ensuring compliance with submission guidelines.
16. English Language Editing
Authors are encouraged to use English language editing services, especially if English is not their first language, to ensure clarity and readability. Proper editing enhances the quality of the manuscript and effectively conveys research findings. The journal may provide referrals to reputable editing services.
17. Article Processing Charge
The African Journal of Poultry Farming implements an Article Processing Charge (APC) for accepted manuscripts. This fee covers the costs of peer review, editing, publishing, and archiving, and ensures that articles are freely accessible to readers worldwide, supporting the open-access model.
18. Withdrawal Policy
Authors who wish to withdraw their manuscript after submission must contact the editorial office promptly. Withdrawal requests are subject to editorial board approval and must be accompanied by a valid reason. Unauthorized or repeated withdrawals without justification may result in sanctions.
19. Copyright Policy
Authors retain copyright of their published works and must sign a copyright agreement granting the journal rights to distribute and archive their work. This agreement ensures that authors maintain control over their intellectual property while allowing the journal to disseminate the research.
20. Complaints Policy
The African Journal of Poultry Farming has a formal complaints policy to address concerns raised by authors, reviewers, or readers. Complaints are handled with confidentiality and impartiality to ensure fair resolution. The editorial board takes all complaints seriously to maintain the journal’s integrity and reputation.
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