Journal of Agribusiness and Social Siences

Advancing Knowledge at the Nexus of Agribusiness and Society

Purpose

The Journal of Agribusiness and Social Sciences (JASS) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and professionalism in scholarly publishing. As an international platform for credible and high-impact research on agribusiness systems, agricultural economics, rural development, and socio-economic transformation, the journal’s ethical framework is designed to safeguard the quality, credibility, and long-term reliability of the scholarly record.

These policies ensure that every stage of the publication process—from manuscript submission to final publication, reflects academic rigor, accountability, and respect for all participants. Authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher share responsibility for upholding these principles and contributing to a responsible and constructive scholarly environment that benefits both the academic community and society.

General Principles

All participants involved in the publication process are expected to:

• Treat each other with dignity, fairness, and professional respect, fostering an inclusive scholarly environment.

• Avoid discrimination, harassment, bullying, or any form of unethical behavior in professional communication.

• Follow internationally recognized standards of ethical publishing, including the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics and the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors where applicable.

• Ensure that submitted manuscripts maintain academic integrity and originality.

• Adhere to the journal’s plagiarism policy requiring a maximum similarity index of 15%, verified using plagiarism-detection software such as Turnitin or an equivalent tool before acceptance.

Duties of Authors

Authors bear primary responsibility for ensuring the credibility, originality, and ethical soundness of the research they submit.

Originality and Authorship

Authors must submit only original manuscripts that have not been previously published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.

All listed authors must have made a substantial scholarly contribution to the conception, design, analysis, or interpretation of the study.

Plagiarism, self-plagiarism, and duplicate publication are strictly prohibited. Manuscripts exceeding the journal’s 15% similarity threshold may be rejected or returned for revision.

Research Integrity and Reporting Standards

Authors must present research findings accurately and transparently. Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data constitutes serious academic misconduct.

Methods and analytical procedures should be described clearly to enable verification and replication where possible.

Authorship and Acknowledgment

Authorship should reflect meaningful intellectual contribution to research. Individuals who contributed to the work but do not meet authorship criteria should be acknowledged appropriately.

Practices such as ghost authorship or honorary authorship are not permitted.

Conflict of Interest and Funding Disclosure

Authors must disclose all potential conflicts of interest (financial, institutional, or personal) that may influence the research. Sources of funding or institutional support must also be clearly identified.

Ethical Approval

Research involving human participants, surveys, interviews, or sensitive socio-economic data must comply with relevant ethical standards and institutional review procedures. Informed consent must be obtained when required.

Data Transparency and Availability

Authors should maintain accurate records of research data and be prepared to share supporting datasets or materials where appropriate, subject to ethical and legal considerations.

Corrections and Retractions

If a significant error or inaccuracy is discovered after publication, authors must promptly inform the editorial office and cooperate fully in issuing corrections, clarifications, or retractions when necessary.

Duties of Editors

Editors are responsible for ensuring a fair, transparent, and unbiased editorial process.

Their responsibilities include:

• Evaluating manuscripts solely on academic merit, originality, methodological rigor, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

• Maintaining confidentiality of all submitted manuscripts and safeguarding reviewer anonymity.

• Avoiding involvement in the evaluation of manuscripts where conflicts of interest may arise.

• Ensuring the integrity of the peer-review process.

• Addressing allegations of plagiarism, unethical conduct, or research misconduct promptly and transparently in accordance with established ethical guidelines.

• Ensuring that all submissions undergo plagiarism screening before acceptance.

Duties of Reviewers

Peer reviewers play a critical role in maintaining the quality and credibility of scholarly publications.

Reviewers are expected to:

• Provide objective, constructive, and timely evaluations that contribute to improving the quality and clarity of manuscripts.

• Treat all manuscripts as confidential documents and refrain from sharing or using unpublished material for personal advantage.

• Disclose any conflicts of interest before accepting a review assignment.

• Notify editors of suspected plagiarism, data manipulation, ethical concerns, or substantial overlap with previously published work.

Publisher Responsibilities

The publisher of JASS is committed to supporting ethical scholarly communication and ensuring the integrity of the academic record.

The publisher will:

• Safeguard editorial independence in all editorial decisions.

• Provide technical and administrative support for the editorial and peer-review process.

• Promote transparency and best practices in ethical publishing and open-access dissemination.

• Cooperate with editors in addressing cases of research or publication misconduct.

Research Misconduct and Corrective Measures

Allegations of research or publication misconduct will be investigated in accordance with established international ethical guidelines.

Depending on the severity and outcome of the investigation, corrective actions may include:

• Rejection of the manuscript during the editorial or peer-review process.

• Publication of corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions.

• Notification of the authors’ institutions or relevant authorities when necessary.

Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools

The use of generative AI or AI-assisted tools is permitted only for language editing or grammar improvement.

AI tools must not be used to generate research content, interpret scientific findings, fabricate data, or produce citations. Any use of AI-assisted technologies must be transparently disclosed within the manuscript.

Final Statement

By submitting a manuscript to the Journal of Agribusiness and Social Sciences (JASS), authors confirm that they understand and agree to comply with the journal’s publication ethics and integrity policies.

These principles are intended to uphold academic honesty, transparency, and scholarly excellence while ensuring that all published research contributes meaningfully to advancing knowledge in agribusiness, agricultural economics, and the social sciences. Through adherence to these standards, JASS seeks to foster responsible scholarship that supports sustainable and inclusive development of global agri-food systems.

Publication Ethics and Integrity Policy

Journal of Agribusiness and Social Sciences (JASS)

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