ISSN 2167-0447
Copyright Terms
1. Copyright Ownership
Upon acceptance of an article for publication in the International Journal of Agricultural Sciences (ISSN: 2167-0447), authors retain the copyright to their work. This means that they hold the rights to their original creations, including text, figures, and images.
2. Non-Exclusive License to the Journal
By submitting their manuscript, authors grant the International Journal of Agricultural Sciences a non-exclusive license to publish, reproduce, and distribute the article in all formats, including print and online. This license enables the journal to make the article freely accessible to the public under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY).
3. Author Responsibilities
Authors are responsible for ensuring that their work does not infringe on the copyright of others. This includes obtaining necessary permissions for any third-party material included in their articles, such as images, tables, or lengthy quotations. Authors must provide appropriate attribution for any materials that are not their own.
4. Sharing and Distribution Rights
Authors are free to share their published articles in any format, including posting on personal, institutional, or other repositories, provided they acknowledge the original publication in the International Journal of Agricultural Sciences. This right encourages broader dissemination of research findings and fosters academic collaboration.
5. Article Modifications
Authors retain the right to make modifications to their work after publication, provided that they reference the original publication. However, any substantial changes to the published content must be communicated to the journal, especially if they impact the integrity of the original research.
6. Updates to Copyright Terms
The International Journal of Agricultural Sciences reserves the right to update these copyright terms as needed. Any changes will be clearly communicated to authors and made available on the journal's website.