Terms of Service

 
Effective Date:

Welcome to Belize Agri Academy, a free educational platform brought to you by the Ministry of Agriculture. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible training to farmers, helping them adopt modern agricultural practices, improve productivity, and promote sustainable farming for the future of our nation.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using  Belize Agri Academy, you agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

2. Description of Services

Belize Agri Academy provides free online courses and resources focused on agriculture. Our platform allows users to access educational content, enroll in courses, and track learning progress. All content on the platform is provided without charge.

3. Eligibility

To use our platform, you must be at least 13 years old. By accessing our services, you confirm that you meet this requirement. If you are under the age of 18, you must obtain parental or guardian consent before using the site.

4. Account Registration

To access certain features of the platform, such as enrolling in courses or tracking progress, you may be required to register for an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process.
  • Keep your account information up to date.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials.
  • Notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if any information provided is found to be false, misleading, or in violation of these Terms of Service.

5. Use of the Platform

You agree to use  Belize Agri Academy only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms of Service. Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to:

  • Engaging in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the platform’s functionality.
  • Uploading or distributing harmful software, viruses, or any other malicious code.
  • Posting offensive, inappropriate, or illegal content.
  • Impersonating any person or entity or falsely stating your affiliation with any person or entity.
6. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, including but not limited to text, videos, graphics, logos, and course materials available on  Belize Agri Academy, is the property of the Ministry of Agriculture or its content providers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of the content without our express written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

7. Course Content and Availability

We strive to provide high-quality, up-to-date course content. However, the Ministry of Agriculture makes no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or availability of any course materials. We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove courses at any time without notice.

8. User-Generated Content

Certain areas of our platform may allow users to post comments, reviews, or other content. By submitting content to  Belize Agri Academy, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with our services.

You agree that all content you submit:

  • Will not violate any law or infringe upon the rights of any third party.
  • Will not contain defamatory, abusive, or offensive material.
  • Will not contain any harmful code, malware, or viruses.

We reserve the right to remove or modify any user-generated content that violates these terms.

9. Privacy

Your use of our platform is subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using  Belize Agri Academy, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to  Belize Agri Academy at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms of Service. Upon termination, your right to use the platform will immediately cease.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

Belize Agri Academy is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. The Ministry of Agriculture makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, about the platform, including but not limited to the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the services or content.

 

We do not warrant that the platform will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or other harmful components. You use the platform at your own risk.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Ministry of Agriculture shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of  Belize Agri Academy, including, but not limited to, damages for loss of data, revenue, or profits, or other intangible losses.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Ministry of Agriculture and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the platform or violation of these Terms of Service.

14. Changes to the Terms of Service

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. If changes are made, we will notify you by posting the updated terms on our website with the effective date. Your continued use of  Belize Agri Academy following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Belize. Any disputes arising out of or related to these terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Belize.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us at: