Terms of Service

Last Updated: March 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using The Great Chicken-N-Egg Barter Co-op platform ("Platform"), you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, do not use our Platform.

2. Definitions

  • "Co-op": The Great Chicken-N-Egg Barter Co-op
  • "User": Any individual or entity using the Platform
  • "Flock": Designated group of chickens associated with a specific investment
  • "Credits": Egg production-based credits issued to Users

3. Platform Access and Eligibility

3.1 User Qualifications

  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • United States residents
  • Accredited investors for certain particapation levels
  • Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

3.2 Account Requirements

  • Provide accurate, current information
  • Maintain account confidentiality
  • Accept responsibility for all account activities
  • Immediately notify us of unauthorized use

4. Sponcership Participation

4.1 Investment Structure

  • Multiple Participation tiers available
  • Flock Sponsorship based on participation level
  • Credits issued based on production standard performance
  •  Guaranteed returns Available 

4.2 Credit System

  • Credits generated from actual egg production
  • Annual credit distribution
  • Subject to market price adjustments
  • Non-transferable except as specified

5. Financial Terms

5.1 Fees

  • Technology fees applied to transactions
  • Fractionalization fees
  • Exchange participation fees
  • Contract renewal fees

5.2 Payment

  • Payments processed via ARC or PayPal
  • Annual credit distribution
  • Subject to market conditions and production performance

6. User Conduct

6.1 Prohibited Activities

Users may not:

  • Misrepresent information
  • Attempt unauthorized access
  • Interfere with Platform operations
  • Violate any laws or regulations
  • Engage in fraudulent activities

6.2 Intellectual Property

  • Platform content is protected
  • Users granted limited, non-transferable access
  • No reproduction or distribution of proprietary materials

7. Risk Acknowledgment

7.1 Investment Risks

  • Agricultural investments involve inherent risks
  • No guaranteed returns
  • Performance subject to multiple variables
  • Potential for partial or total loss

7.2 Production Risks

  • Flock subject to natural variations
  • Molt and mortality factors
  • Market price fluctuations
  • Environmental and biological uncertainties

8. Limitation of Liability

8.1 Disclaimer

  • Platform provided "as is"
  • No warranties expressed or implied
  • Maximum liability limited to fees paid
  • No compensation for indirect or consequential damages

9. Termination

9.1 Platform Termination Rights

We may:

  • Suspend or terminate accounts
  • Refuse service
  • Modify or discontinue Platform features
  • Take legal action for violations

9.2 User Termination

  • 72-hour full refund window
  • No refunds after 72 hours
  • Continued participation implies full acceptance of terms

10. Dispute Resolution

10.1 Arbitration

  • Disputes resolved through binding arbitration
  • Governed by Ohio law
  • Conducted in [Specific County], Ohio
  • Arbitration costs shared equally

11. Modifications

11.1 Terms Updates

  • We may modify these terms
  • Continued use constitutes acceptance
  • Users responsible for reviewing current terms

12. Specific Participation Conditions

12.1 Speculative Nature

  • This is a speculative agricultural participation program
  • Not a traditional investment
  • No guarantee of returns
  • Participants assume full financial risk

12.2 Participation Acknowledgment

By participating, you confirm:

  • Understanding of speculative nature
  • Acceptance of potential total loss
  • No expectation of guaranteed returns
  • Willingness to participate without recourse

13. Contact Information

For questions or concerns:

  • Email:  member.support@chicken-n-egg.com
  • Mailing Address: 1223 WIndlass Dr. Manahawkin, NJ. 08050

14. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of NJ.

15. Final Disclaimer

Dozens That Deliver$™ - Transparent Agricultural Participation

Participation in this program is entirely voluntary. Do not participate if potential financial loss would cause undue hardship.

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