The Australian Journal of Global Horticulture and Agronomy Science (AJGHAS) adheres to a set of publication policies to ensure the integrity, quality, and ethical standards of the research published in the journal. By submitting a manuscript, authors agree to abide by the following policies:

1. Authorship and Contributions

• Authorship: All authors listed on a manuscript must have made significant contributions to the research work and agree to be accountable for the content of the manuscript.
• Contributions: Authors should clearly describe the contributions of each author in the manuscript.

2. Originality and Plagiarism

• Original Work: Submissions must be original and not previously published elsewhere.
• Plagiarism: The journal takes plagiarism seriously and employs tools to check for any instances of plagiarism. Manuscripts with any evidence of plagiarism will be rejected.

3. Conflict of Interest

• Disclosure: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect the interpretation of their research.
• Declaration: A declaration of conflicts of interest must be included in the manuscript.

4. Data Integrity and Availability

• Data Integrity: Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of their data.
• Data Availability: Authors may be required to provide access to their data during the review process and after publication.

5. Peer Review Process

• Double-Blind Review: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process to maintain fairness and objectivity.
• Reviewer Confidentiality: The journal upholds the confidentiality of reviewers’ identities.

6. Ethical Considerations

• Research Ethics: All research must adhere to ethical standards, including obtaining necessary approvals for studies involving human or animal subjects.
• Publication Ethics: Authors must follow ethical guidelines for publication, including respecting intellectual property rights.

7. Copyright and Licensing

• Copyright Transfer: Authors must transfer copyright to the journal upon acceptance of their manuscript.
• Licensing: The journal may offer various licensing options for published works, including open access.

8. Corrections and Retractions

• Corrections: If errors are discovered in a published article, the journal will work with the authors to correct them.
• Retractions: In cases of serious misconduct, the journal may retract a published article.

9. Open Access Policy

• Open Access: The journal offers open access options to maximize the reach and impact of published research.