African Journal of Agronomy

ISSN 2375-1185

Licensing Terms

The African Journal of Agronomy is committed to promoting open access and ensuring that research findings are widely disseminated. Our licensing terms are designed to provide clarity regarding the use and distribution of published works. Below are the key points regarding our licensing terms:

  1. Open Access License
    • All articles published in the African Journal of Agronomy are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows users to:
      • Share: Copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format.
      • Adapt: Remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially.
  2. Attribution Requirement
    • Users are required to provide proper attribution to the original authors and the journal when using or referencing the published work. The attribution must include:
      • The author's name(s)
      • The title of the article
      • The journal name
      • A link to the original article
  3. Non-Exclusive License to Authors
    • Upon acceptance of their manuscript, authors grant the African Journal of Agronomy a non-exclusive license to publish the article. This means that authors retain the right to:
      • Use their published work in future publications.
      • Share the article in any format, including preprints or in other journals, as long as proper attribution is given.
  4. No Additional Fees
    • There are no author processing charges (APCs) or subscription fees for readers. All articles are freely accessible to the public, supporting the dissemination of knowledge without financial barriers.
  5. Third-Party Content
    • If an article includes content from third parties (e.g., images, charts, or tables), it is the author's responsibility to secure the necessary permissions and provide proper attribution.
  6. Compliance with Local Laws
    • Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work complies with local laws and regulations regarding copyright and intellectual property.

By publishing in the African Journal of Agronomy, authors and users agree to abide by these licensing terms, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment for sharing agricultural research. Thank you for contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field of agronomy!