Correction and Retraction

RETIPA (Riset Teknologi Pangan dan Hasil Pertanian) is committed to maintaining the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of the scholarly record. When errors or concerns are identified in a published article, the journal will assess the available evidence and determine appropriate corrective action.

1. Corrections

A correction may be issued when an error is identified in a published article but does not invalidate the main findings or conclusions of the research.

Corrections may address, but are not limited to:

  • Errors in author names, affiliations, or other publication metadata.

  • Typographical or formatting errors that affect the clarity or accuracy of the article.

  • Errors in tables, figures, data presentation, or descriptions that can be corrected without invalidating the main conclusions.

  • Other factual inaccuracies that require formal correction in the published record.

Requests for correction may be submitted by authors, readers, or other parties with relevant information. The editorial team will assess the request and may seek clarification or supporting evidence before making a decision.

When a correction is approved, the journal will publish a correction notice describing the error and the necessary amendment. The notice will be linked to the original article where technically feasible.

2. Retractions

Retraction may be considered when the reliability or integrity of a published article is seriously compromised. Reasons may include, but are not limited to:

  • Clear evidence of fabrication or falsification of research data.

  • Plagiarism or substantial unattributed use of another person's work.

  • Duplicate or redundant publication that significantly misrepresents the scholarly record.

  • Serious errors that invalidate the main findings or conclusions.

  • Unethical research practices or other serious breaches of publication ethics.

  • Other substantiated circumstances that make the article unreliable or inappropriate to remain in the scholarly record without a formal retraction.

Retraction is intended to correct the scholarly record and does not necessarily imply that all authors were involved in the misconduct or error.

3. Retraction Procedure

When a potential need for retraction is identified, the editorial team will assess the available evidence and may request explanations or supporting documentation from the authors.

Where appropriate, the journal may consult independent experts or contact the authors' affiliated institutions for further information. Authors will normally be given an opportunity to respond before a final decision is made, where circumstances permit.

The editor-in-chief or designated editorial authority will make the final editorial decision based on the evidence, the seriousness of the concern, and applicable publication-ethics principles.

If retraction is warranted, the journal will publish a retraction notice explaining the reason for the action to the extent that can appropriately be disclosed.

4. Availability of Retracted Articles

A retracted article will generally remain accessible on the journal's website to preserve the scholarly record. The article will be clearly identified as retracted, and the retraction notice will be linked to the original publication where technically feasible.

The journal will not remove a published article solely to conceal an error or misconduct. Exceptional removal may be considered when legally or ethically necessary, subject to appropriate editorial assessment.

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