Legal

Terms & Conditions

By accessing or using the Path to Plate platform, you, the “User”, acknowledge and agree to comply with the following Terms and Conditions.

Release of Liability

Path to Plate Users hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Path to Plate, its affiliates, officers, employees, agents, partners, and licensors (collectively, "Path to Plate") from any and all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs, or expenses of any nature whatsoever arising out of or in any way connected with the usage of the platform. Users of Path to Plate understand and agree that this release includes any claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of Path to Plate, whether liability arises in contract, negligence, tort, under the statute, in equity, at law, or otherwise.

Voluntary Agreement

Users that so choose to enter into an agreement, transactional or otherwise, affirm that they are entering into any such agreement voluntarily and at their own will, and not as a result of any representations, promises, statements, or inducements made by Path to Plate. Users acknowledge that they are fully aware of the nature and extent of the rights they are releasing and the possible consequences of such release.

Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Path to Plate from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including, without limitation, attorneys' fees) arising from or in connection with Path to Plate.

Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between the Path to Plate and its Users with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreements and understandings between Users in relation to such subject matter.

Governing Law

The Users' agreement with these Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Mexico without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision or rule.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, such provision shall be modified to reflect the parties' intention or eliminated to the minimum extent such that the remaining provisions of these Terms and Conditions will continue in full force and effect. By accepting these Terms and Conditions below, you, the User, acknowledge that you have read and understand the Terms and Conditions and agree to be bound by its terms.

Legal Disclaimer

The information provided on the Path to Plate website is for general informational purposes only. Path to Plate is a platform associated with New Mexico State University (NMSU); however, NMSU does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information contained on this site. Users of the Path to Plate platform are solely responsible for their interactions and transactions conducted through the platform. By using this website, you acknowledge and agree that NMSU shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, this website or any information contained on it. The inclusion of any links or references to third-party websites or resources does not imply an endorsement by NMSU, and NMSU is not responsible for the content or availability of these external sites.

Privacy Policy

Path to Plate is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely. This Privacy Policy outlines our data collection practices and your rights regarding your data. We collect personal information such as your name, email address, and contact details when you register on our platform. We also gather usage data, including transaction history and preferences, through cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience and improve our services. Your information is primarily used to support and improve the platform, inform operations, and communicate updates and promotions. In addition, Path to Plate may aggregate usage data for research purposes to identify opportunities that may support and advance New Mexico’s agriculture. As a user, you have the right to access and update your personal information at any time through your account settings. Users may request a copy of their data and may request the deletion of their personal information, subject to legal requirements and obligations. Path to Plate takes all reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or reprocussive disclosure. We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time, and any changes will be posted on our website.