Colleagues,
Most scientific journals have gone into digital format of publishing mainly because of reader's preference. Currently, Avian Diseases uses digital format for most subscribers. Only 60 members receive the printed copy. Consequently, the decision was made to go fully into digital format for Avian Diseases effective January 1, 2025. We are hoping that this two-year period will help our subscribers who get the printed journals, including myself, to adjust to the digital format.
Another change that would become effective January 1, 2023 would be the choice offered to publish articles as Open Access (OA). This will require a charge as stated from the Guidelines of Authors.
Finally, I am obligated to report on our reviewer's concern about the misuse of references on some of the submitted articles for publication. We will not tolerate misuse of references and any misuse could be grounds for rejection for submitted articles.
Thank you...