Terms and conditions
Supplementary terms of business
All prices in this catalogue are in pounds sterling, and are NET for payment with order and include VAT where applicable, and are correct at time of going to print. We regret that we are unable to accept payment in EUROS at this present time. Prices apply until 30/9/2008 or as long as stocks last. We accept payment on MasterCard, Switch or Visa, in addition to cheques and postal orders, see order form at back of catalogue. You MUST include a landline telephone number if paying by card.
All overpayments and underpayments will be notified on delivery notes. All overpayments will be held as credit, if you require a refund, please notify us. We would be grateful if all underpayments could be settled as soon as possible. Due to an increased amount of small underpayments we will now ask for the underpayment to be paid in full by stamps. This helps to keep our administration costs down and enables us to keep our prices competitive.
You have the right to change your mind, with the exception of perishable goods. (Perishable goods are as follows; Artichokes, Asparagus, Blackcurrants, Comfrey, Garlic’s, Gooseberries, Mushroom Kits, Onion Sets, Potatoes, Horseradish, Raspberries, Redcurrants, Rhubarb, Shallots, Strawberries, & Whitecurrants). Once you have received the goods you must send a notification in writing (letter or fax) within 7 working days, of you intention to return the goods. The responsibility for these goods remains yours as is the responsibility to return them to us and you must ensure that they reach us in a good condition. We recommend that you should obtain a proof of posting. If you would like us to arrange collection of heavy goods, please contact the office, this service will be charged at cost.
When you receive your parcel from us, please open it immediately and check off the items contained in the parcel against the enclosed delivery note. If any goods are missing or damaged please let us know within 7 working days and we will replace the goods (if possible) or refund you in full for them.
You MUST keep any damaged goods for our inspection until your complaint has been dealt with.
We also recommend that you keep all packet labels until crop has been harvested. All labels show reference numbers and in case of complaint or query, we will need these reference numbers to trace batches back to source.
Full terms and conditions available on request.
Terms and Conditions
On which all goods are sold.
Acceptance
Of the goods stated on the delivery note or invoice constitutes acceptance of these terms.
Passing of Property and Risk to Buyer
Until we receive payment in full, the product sold or supplied by us shall remain our property, but the risk therein and all liability to third parties in respect thereof shall pass to the buyer on delivery. In the event of the buyer committing any act of bankruptcy, having a receiver appointed or, being a company, going into liquidation, then the buyer agrees that we may enter upon the buyers premises where products sold or supplied may be, and recover the same.
Payment Terms (does not apply to cash sale tickets)
All goods will be invoiced net and VAT. shown separately. A credit charge may be deducted for payment by the 20th of the month following the date of delivery, unless otherwise stated on invoice; thereafter the total invoice will become due. All accounts become overdue after two months. Interest at 2% per month of the balance will be added at the end of the third month.. We reserve the right to disallow deductions made outstanding our Terms of Business, whether or not payment of a part of the debt has been accepted. Commercial recovery group act as credit controller for our company. Failure to adhere to our normal trading terms will incur a further charge of £40.00 + VAT.
Statutory Statement
Details of analysis are stated on every bag of fertiliser and feeding stuffs.
Seeds & Seed Corn
Details of analysis, Non-warranty, Plant Breeder’s Royalties and other matters affecting these items are available on request.
Seed Potatoes
All seed is subject to the condition of sale of the national Association of Seed Potato Merchants. NO warranty is given as to the germination or crop result and we can not be held responsible for any dry rot or disease which may develop after delivery unless a complaint is made, in writing and received by us within five days of delivery.Please the Potato Page for the full BPTA terms and conditions.
Spray Chemicals etc.
All Chemicals used are sold on the understanding that they are used Strictly in accordance with the makers recommendations as printed on the containers and / or other documents of advice. We accept no responsibility for any misuse of these commodities.
Complaints
To be notified and received by us within five days of delivery, in writing. We will only consider claims if the buyer complies with this condition. A delivery note is sent with all goods. Unless sent previously, priced invoices are attached to monthly accounts for ease of reference.
Pallets and Other Returnable Containers
Unless returned undamaged within three months, these will be invoiced and are payable.
Quotations and Contracts
Whist we shall make every effort to maintain quoted prices, ALL quotations are given and orders accepted with the proviso that the relevant goods will be available from the manufacturer / supplier at the time for delivery and must be subject to the price ruling at that time if prime costs have risen.
We Accept No Responsibility for Non – Delivery or Increased Prices Where These Are Beyond Our Control.
