Terms & Conditions

L.B Hayes Ltd (Cropwatch) – Standard Conditions of Sale

1. Prices

• Prices can be changed by the seller before delivery by giving notice to the buyer.

2. Payment

• Payment is due 30 days after delivery unless agreed otherwise.
• 1.5% interest per month is charged on late payments.
• Legal action starts if full payment isn’t received within 3 months.

3. Acceptance & Cancellation

• Placing an order = acceptance of terms.
• Cancellations must be in writing and approved by the seller.

4. Delivery

• Seller delivers to buyer’s address or specified location.
• Delivery times are estimates.
• Buyer assumes risk if not present to sign for goods.

5. Return of Goods

• Returns allowed within 3 months, with prior approval and 10% handling charge.
• Goods must be resellable (valid shelf life required).

6. Warranty

• Seeds will comply with UK regulations and match the ordered variety.
• If defective, the seller may exchange or refund.

7. Special Treatments

• Seller follows treatment instructions but accepts no responsibility for treatment effectiveness or damage.

8. Force Majeure

• Neither party liable for delays caused by uncontrollable events (e.g., strikes, fire, weather).
• Allows for cancellation or delay extensions.

9. Default

• Seller may suspend or terminate the contract if:
  • Buyer fails to pay
  • Buyer breaches contract
  • Buyer becomes insolvent or bankrupt

10. Farm Saved Seed

• Buyer must comply with all legal obligations related to saved seed and plant breeder rights.
• No saving or reuse of hybrid seeds without consent.

11. Latent Defect

• Seed is a biological product affected by external factors.
• Seller does not guarantee seed will be free from latent defects.

12. Retention of Title

• Seller retains ownership until full payment is received.
• Risk transfers upon delivery.
• Seller may reclaim goods in case of insolvency.

13. Limitation of Liability

• Seller not liable for:
  • Crop failure due to natural causes
  • Profit or business losses
  • Improper use of hazardous materials
• Advice given by seller is non-binding.

14. Claims

• Buyer must prove defects with documented evidence.
• Claims for visible damage must be reported within 7 days.