Retraction Policy

AGRINIKA Journal recognizes the significance of maintaining the integrity and credibility of scientific literature. The journal follows a retraction policy to address situations where published articles need to be withdrawn due to identified issues that significantly impact their scientific validity, integrity, or ethical standards. Here is an overview of the retraction policy of AGRINIKA Journal:

  1. Grounds for Retraction: AGRINIKA Journal may consider retracting an article based on the following grounds: Scientific misconduct, including fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, or other forms of ethical breaches; Significant errors or flaws that render the research invalid or compromise its scientific integrity; Ethical concerns, such as inadequate informed consent, unethical experimentation, or undisclosed conflicts of interest; Duplicate publication, where substantial portions of the article have been published elsewhere without appropriate acknowledgement; and Legal issues or copyright infringements.
  1. Retraction Process: The retraction process in AGRINIKA Journal involves careful investigation and evaluation of the concerns raised against the published article. The journal's editorial team takes prompt action upon receiving credible allegations or evidence of misconduct or significant errors. The process may include: Gathering relevant information and evidence related to the concerns raised; Consulting with experts or seeking external advice, if necessary; Providing the authors with an opportunity to respond to the allegations and present their perspective; Conducting a thorough internal review to assess the validity and impact of the identified issues; Making a decision on whether the retraction is warranted based on the evaluation of the evidence and the severity of the concerns.
  1. Retraction Notice: If the decision to retract an article is made, AGRINIKA Journal publishes a formal retraction notice. The retraction notice includes the following information: a) Article title, authors, and publication details for clear identification. b) A concise and objective description of the reasons for retraction, providing transparency and clarity to readers. c) Proper attribution to the individuals who raised the concerns or contributed to the investigation, if appropriate. d) The date of the retraction notice publication and the journal issue or website location where it can be accessed.
  1. Communication and Transparency: AGRINIKA Journal is committed to maintaining transparency throughout the retraction process. This includes: a) Promptly communicating with relevant stakeholders, such as authors, readers, institutions, and indexing services, regarding the retraction decision. b) Ensuring that retraction notices are publicly accessible and widely disseminated. c) Cooperating with appropriate authorities or organizations in cases involving serious misconduct or legal violations. d) Providing guidance to authors, reviewers, and readers regarding the importance of ethical conduct and responsible research practices.

AGRINIKA Journal takes the process of retraction seriously and follows established guidelines and best practices to address concerns related to published articles. The journal's retraction policy aims to uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity, protect the credibility of the scholarly literature, and promote transparency within the research community.