Terms of Use

Last updated: January 2025

By accessing and using Soil.ie, you agree to be bound by these terms of use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.

About This Website

Soil.ie is an informational resource providing educational content about soil health, soil management, and related topics for Irish farmers, gardeners, and land managers.

Informational Purpose

The content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information.

Not Professional Advice

The information on Soil.ie does not constitute professional agricultural, horticultural, or scientific advice. Before making decisions about soil management, farming practices, or land use:

• Consult with qualified professionals such as agronomists, soil scientists, or agricultural advisors
• Consider your specific local conditions and circumstances
• Obtain professional soil testing from accredited laboratories
• Seek advice from Teagasc or other relevant agricultural bodies

Use at Your Own Risk

Any reliance you place on information from this website is strictly at your own risk. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, and design elements, is owned by Soil.ie or its content providers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You may:

• View and read content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to our pages
• Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or republish substantial portions of our content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes without authorisation
• Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions

External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. These links are provided for convenience and information. We do not control external sites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or availability.

User Conduct

When using our website and contact form, you agree not to:

• Submit false or misleading information
• Attempt to interfere with the website's operation
• Use automated systems to access the site without permission
• Engage in any activity that violates applicable laws

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Soil.ie shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, arising from your use of this website.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland. Any disputes arising from these terms or use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.

Contact

If you have questions about these terms, please contact us.