Article processing charges (APCs) support peer review coordination, editorial management, production, DOI registration, and long term archiving. APCs are applied after acceptance and do not influence editorial decisions.

IJARD is committed to transparency and affordability for authors in aquaculture research communities.

• Editorial assessment and peer review management
• Copyediting, layout, and publication production
• DOI registration and metadata validation
• Long term archiving and platform maintenance
• Open access hosting and global dissemination

Authors from World Bank classified low income and lower middle income countries may be eligible for partial APC waivers. Requests are evaluated on a case by case basis and must be submitted before acceptance.

Membership options offer discounted APCs for eligible authors and institutions. Contact the editorial office for guidance.

To avoid delays, payments should be completed within 48 hours of invoice receipt. Publication proceeds after payment confirmation.

If your institution requires invoice language or grant identifiers, provide them before acceptance to avoid delays.

APC receipts include journal name, manuscript title, and DOI reference for institutional reporting.

Payment can be made by institutions, funders, or authors. Coordinate billing details early to streamline processing.

Requests for partial waivers should be submitted before acceptance with supporting documentation.

APCs support long term digital preservation and open access distribution of aquaculture research.

If a funding agency requires open access confirmation, the editorial office can provide verification after publication.

Invoices can be issued to a central grants office when funding sources require consolidated billing.

APC questions are handled by the editorial office; contact them early to align budgets with publication timelines.

Provide billing contacts and purchase order details early to avoid administrative delays during production.

Institutions covering APCs should confirm currency conversion requirements and tax exemptions if applicable.

Receipts can be issued with departmental cost centers to support institutional reporting workflows.

Waiver requests should include brief justification and confirmation of eligibility criteria.

If funding is pending, notify the editorial office so invoice timelines can be coordinated.

Payment confirmations are required before copyediting and proof preparation begin.

Refunds or charge adjustments follow journal policy and require written confirmation from the corresponding author.

Split payments between institutions should be arranged prior to acceptance to avoid invoicing delays.

For multicenter studies, designate a single billing contact responsible for APC coordination.

Early communication about APC support helps avoid publication timeline interruptions.

Report stocking densities, water quality parameters, and husbandry conditions so readers can interpret results across production systems.

Include details on species, strain, age, and life stage to support reproducibility and comparisons across studies.

When reporting feed trials, describe diet formulation, feeding schedules, and conversion metrics used to evaluate performance.

If disease challenges are part of the study, specify pathogen strain, exposure protocol, and biosecurity measures applied.

Discuss environmental sustainability implications, including effluent management, resource efficiency, and ecosystem impacts when relevant.

Provide clear descriptions of sampling methods, replication, and statistical models to support robust interpretation.

If selective breeding or genetics are involved, report breeding design, pedigree structure, and selection criteria.

Describe how welfare considerations were addressed, including anesthesia, handling, and mortality monitoring.

When reporting growth performance, include baseline measurements and explain normalization methods.

If trials involve recirculating systems or aquaponics, detail system configuration, filtration, and monitoring protocols.

Explain how climate or seasonal variables may influence results and how they were controlled or measured.

Provide clarity on production scale, such as laboratory, pilot, or commercial, to contextualize applicability.

Discuss limitations such as short trial duration, species-specific constraints, or site-specific conditions.

Include a brief statement on how findings translate to industry practice without overstating conclusions.

If data are restricted, describe access pathways and provide sufficient methodological detail for independent verification.

Early communication with the editorial office can help confirm scope fit and avoid delays during initial screening.

When presenting economic outcomes, clarify assumptions, cost inputs, and pricing scenarios used in analysis.

Report any adverse events or unexpected outcomes to provide a balanced understanding of interventions.

Document acclimation periods and baseline health assessments before trials so reviewers can interpret growth and survival outcomes accurately.

Clarify tank or cage volumes, stocking densities, and flow rates to ensure production performance can be compared across studies.

Describe biosecurity protocols, quarantine steps, and pathogen screening to contextualize health outcomes and mortality reporting.

Include details on water chemistry targets, monitoring instruments, and calibration schedules to support reproducible water quality management.

When reporting feed efficiency, specify feed ingredient sources, pellet size, and storage conditions that may influence performance metrics.

Provide clear definitions of welfare indicators and how they were measured or scored during the study period.

Explain how seasonal variability or site-specific conditions were addressed in experimental design or statistical models.

If using imaging, sensors, or automation systems, describe calibration, data validation, and error mitigation approaches.

For comparative studies, state the rationale for control selection and any historical benchmarks used for interpretation.

Report any regulatory permits, facility accreditations, or animal care protocols relevant to the study.

Include information on water reuse, effluent treatment, and sustainability practices when environmental impacts are assessed.

Describe handling and sampling frequency to clarify potential stress effects on performance or health indicators.

If commercial-scale trials are included, explain how results translate to farm operations and operational constraints.

IJARD is committed to rigorous, transparent publishing in aquaculture research. We emphasize reproducible methods, complete data statements, and ethical compliance across all article types.

The editorial office supports authors, editors, and reviewers with clear guidance and responsive communication. For questions about scope or workflow, contact [email protected].

We encourage continuous improvement in reporting practices and share updates that help the community maintain high standards in aquaculture and fisheries research.