Article Processing Charges

JOURNAL UPDATE
 
WITH EFFECT FROM 1ST MAY 2026 ONWARDS, ALL NEW SUBMISSION WILL BE SUBJECT TO PUBLICATION FEE OF 150 USD ONCE THE PAPER IS ACCEPTED FOR PUBLICATION.

CURRENT APCs

There are no Article Processing Charges (APCs) for this journal. Publication is free for all authors, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder the dissemination of valuable research.

However, we welcome voluntary donations from authors and the general public to help maintain and improve the journal. Donations are not linked to any specific manuscript and do not influence our peer review or publication decisions in any way.

Your generous contribution supports:

  • Maintenance of our digital publishing platform.
  • Ensuring high publication standards.
  • Keeping all content freely accessible.
  • Assigning DOIs for published articles.
  • Indexing the journal in major academic databases to increase the visibility and impact of your research.

Why We Charge No APCs

As a new journal, we are committed to eliminating financial barriers for researchers while maintaining the highest standards of academic publishing. We are mindful of concerns about predatory journals, which exploit authors by charging fees without offering legitimate editorial services or rigorous peer review.

Characteristics of predatory journals include:

  • Lack of a robust peer-review process.
  • Deceptive practices, such as hidden fees after acceptance.
  • Absence of credible editors or editorial boards.
  • False claims about indexing in prestigious databases.
  • Aggressive solicitation of manuscripts.
  • Poor-quality websites with inconsistent information.

We strive to distinguish ourselves from such practices by adhering to the following ethical and academic principles:

Assuring You of JFINES' Integrity and Standards

At the Journal of Food Innovation, Nutrition, and Environmental Sciences (JFINES), we are dedicated to maintaining the highest academic and ethical standards in publishing.

Rigorous Peer Review

All submissions undergo a double-blind peer-review process by field experts, ensuring only scientifically sound and high-quality research is published.

Transparent Policies

Our submission, peer-review, and publication processes are clearly outlined on our website. No fees are charged at any stage of the publication process.

Credible Editorial Board

Our editorial board comprises renowned international scholars in Food Science, Nutrition, Agricultural Sciences, and Environmental Sciences. Their profiles are publicly available, ensuring complete transparency.

Ethical Publishing Practices

JFINES adheres to internationally recognized ethical guidelines, such as those outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). We are committed to combating unethical practices and maintaining academic integrity.

Indexing and Visibility

While currently indexed in Google Scholar, we are actively working to expand to other reputable databases. Having secured an ISSN and DOI prefix, we ensure your articles are published in an internationally recognized peer-reviewed journal with increased visibility in the academic community. Our long-term goal includes indexing in prestigious platforms such as Scopus and ISI (Web of Science).

Author-Centric Approach

We prioritize trust and transparency in the publication process, offering fair and supportive services. Authors can track their manuscript's progress and receive timely feedback.

We invite you to join us in shaping JFINES as a credible platform for advancing research in Food Science, Nutrition, Agricultural Sciences, and Environmental Science. Together, we aim to establish an internationally reputed journal that supports researchers and promotes impactful research globally.

For any inquiries, please contact our editorial office. Thank you for considering JFINES for your research.