ISSN 2167-0447
Author Charges
1. Overview of Author Charges
To ensure that all articles are freely accessible to the public, we implement an Article Processing Charge (APC). This charge supports the editorial and production processes, enabling us to provide a seamless publishing experience.
2. Article Processing Charges (APC)
The Article Processing Charge (APC) for articles accepted for publication in our journal is $500 USD. This fee applies to all accepted manuscripts, regardless of the article type or length. This amount may be more for authors from developed countries and reduced for those from resource-limited countries.
The APC covers various aspects of the publication process, including:
Peer Review Management: Costs associated with coordinating the review process and engaging qualified reviewers.
Editorial Services: Fees for professional editing, formatting, and typesetting of articles.
Online Hosting and Accessibility: Ensuring that all published articles are freely available and easily accessible to readers worldwide.
Long-Term Archiving: Costs associated with archiving published content to ensure its future accessibility.
3. Waivers and Discounts
We understand that some authors may face financial constraints. Therefore, the International Journal of Agricultural Sciences offers waivers and discounts on the APC in certain circumstances, including:
Authors from Low-Income Countries: Authors affiliated with institutions in low-income countries may request a waiver.
Special Cases: We may consider waivers for exceptional circumstances, such as those related to a lack of funding.
Authors should contact the editorial office prior to submission to discuss potential waivers or discounts.
4. Payment Process
Upon acceptance of a manuscript, authors will receive an invoice detailing the APC. Payment can be made via various methods, including credit card and bank transfer. Detailed instructions for payment will be provided along with the invoice.
5. Conclusion
The Article Processing Charge is an essential part of our commitment to open access publishing. By covering the costs associated with high-quality publication, we strive to ensure that research in agricultural sciences reaches a broad audience and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in the field.