Terms & Conditions

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Terms & Conditions - The Basics

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Welcome to the Beginning Farmers Program website operated by Tuskegee University Cooperative Extension (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website, services, content, or participating in our program, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully.

1. Program Participation

The Beginning Farmers Program is designed to provide educational resources, training, and support to individuals interested in agricultural development. Participation is subject to approval and compliance with program policies. Misuse of program resources or violation of these terms may result in removal from the program.

2. Use of Website and Content

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, logos, graphics, documents, and videos, is the property of Tuskegee University or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any content without written permission.

3. User Conduct

You agree not to use the website:

For any unlawful purpose.
To solicit others to perform or participate in unlawful acts.
To violate any international, federal, or state regulations or local ordinances.
To infringe upon our intellectual property or the intellectual property rights of others.

4. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

5. Limitation of Liability

We do not guarantee that the website or program materials will be error-free or uninterrupted. Under no circumstances shall Tuskegee University or its affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use or inability to use this website or participation in the program.

6. Privacy

Use of this website is also governed by our [Privacy Policy] which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using this site, you consent to the terms outlined in the Privacy Policy.

7. Modifications

We reserve the right to change, modify, or update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website after such modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated terms.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

📧 Email: thargrove@tuskegee.edu

📞 Phone: [Insert Number]

📍 Address: Tuskegee University Cooperative Extension, Tuskegee, AL 36088

Statement

It is the policy of Tuskegee University Cooperative Extension Program to provide equal employment opportunities and to offer educational programs, resources and materials to eligible participants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital or veteran status, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). For all reasonable accommodation requests, please contact Steven McCrary, Director, Office of ADA Compliance at (334) 724-4343 or smccrary@tuskegee.edu.