Sainta is a peer-reviewed journal published by the Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Nahdlatul Wathan Mataram. This statement outlines the ethical standards expected of all parties involved in the publication process: authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher. These guidelines are based on COPE's Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors and other recognized ethical standards in academic publishing.

Ethical Guidelines for Publication

The publication of articles in Sainta is crucial for building a robust scientific community. It reflects the quality of authors' work and their institutions while supporting the advancement of scientific knowledge. Therefore, all stakeholders—authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—must adhere to ethical publishing practices.

As the publisher, the Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Nahdlatul Wathan Mataram, oversees all stages of the publication process and upholds ethical responsibilities. The publisher ensures that editorial decisions remain independent of commercial interests, including advertising or revenue considerations. Additionally, the publisher facilitates communication with other journals when necessary.

Editorial Responsibilities

Publication Decisions

The editor-in-chief of Sainta is responsible for deciding which articles to publish. Decisions are based on the manuscript's validity, significance, and relevance to the journal’s scope, while considering legal standards related to defamation, copyright, and plagiarism. Editors may consult reviewers or other editors when making publication decisions.

Fair Review Process

Editors ensure that peer review is conducted fairly, impartially, and efficiently.

Confidentiality

Manuscripts under review are treated as confidential documents. Editors and reviewers must not disclose any information about submitted manuscripts to unauthorized parties.

Conflict of Interest

Editors and editorial staff must avoid conflicts of interest with authors, reviewers, or institutions. If a conflict arises, the editor will take appropriate measures to ensure an unbiased review process.

Reviewers’ Responsibilities

Contribution to Editorial Decisions

Reviewers assist editors in eval__uating manuscripts and provide constructive feedback to help authors improve their work.

Timeliness & Expertise

Reviewers should only accept manuscripts that align with their expertise and complete reviews promptly. If unable to review, they must notify the editor immediately.

Confidentiality & Objectivity

Reviewers must treat manuscripts confidentially and avoid personal bias based on authors' backgrounds, affiliations, or commercial interests. Criticisms should be objective, supported by evidence, and free from hostile remarks.

Proper Citation & Plagiarism Check

Reviewers should identify uncited relevant publications and alert editors to any suspected plagiarism or overlapping content with other works.

Authors’ Responsibilities

Originality & Accuracy

Authors must submit original work with accurate data and proper citations. Plagiarism, fabrication, or falsification of data is unacceptable.

Data Availability

Authors should provide raw data if requested and ensure public accessibility where applicable.

Avoiding Duplicate Submission

Submitting the same manuscript to multiple journals simultaneously is unethical.

Authorship & Acknowledgments

All contributors who meet authorship criteria should be listed as co-authors. Proper acknowledgment must be given to funding sources, institutions, and individuals who supported the research.

Ethical Research Conduct

• Human/Animal Studies: Research involving human or animal subjects must include ethical approval statements and consent forms (if applicable).

• Hazardous Materials: Studies using dangerous substances must include safety compliance details.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

Authors must declare any financial or personal conflicts that could influence the research.

Correction of Errors

If authors discover significant errors in published work, they must promptly notify the journal for correction or retraction.

Conclusion

Sainta is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in academic publishing. All parties involved must adhere to these guidelines to ensure the integrity and credibility of published research.

(This statement is adapted from COPE guidelines and other recognized ethical standards in scholarly publishing.)