How can the Bigfoot Forestry agreement be modified?

According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry Franchise Disclosure Document, the Brand Standards Manual can be modified at any time by Bigfoot Forestry. These modifications become binding when Bigfoot Forestry notifies the franchisee of the change, although a "grace period" may be provided to implement the change. All mandatory provisions in the manual, whether existing or added later, are binding on the franchisee.

The Brand Standards Manual is designed to protect Bigfoot Forestry's brand standards and ensure uniformity and quality across all Bigfoot Forestry businesses. The manual may include a list of required and approved goods and services, a description of authorized goods and services, specifications, techniques, methods, operating procedures, quality standards, and policies related to reporting, accounting, insurance, marketing, data management, and other relevant matters.

This means that Bigfoot Forestry has the right to make changes to the way a franchisee operates their business, and the franchisee is obligated to comply with these changes. While a grace period may be provided, the franchisee ultimately has to adapt to the new requirements. This level of control allows Bigfoot Forestry to maintain consistency and quality across all franchise locations, but it also means that franchisees have limited autonomy in how they run their businesses and must stay updated on any changes to the manual.