Publication Ethics

Authors Must:

• Submit original and unpublished research relevant to agricultural law, food law, environmental law, or related fields
• Cite all legal, academic, policy, and other sources accurately
• Avoid plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and other forms of academic misconduct
• Disclose any conflicts of interest or competing interests

Reviewers Must:

• Evaluate manuscripts fairly, objectively, and confidentially
• Provide constructive and unbiased feedback
• Report plagiarism, ethical concerns, or other forms of research misconduct
• Avoid personal bias and conflicts of interest

Editors Must:

• Maintain fairness, transparency, and confidentiality throughout the editorial process
• Avoid conflicts of interest when making editorial decisions
• Ensure the integrity, quality, and ethical standards of published research
• Make publication decisions based on academic merit, originality, relevance, and peer-review recommendations