Type: Decision
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Decision: Schwaerzle v. British Columbia Milk Marketing Board
Appeal of BCMMB’s decision to remove Schwaerzle from the Graduated Entry Program (GEP) wait list. Schwaerzle contested the removal, citing the regularization of GEP quota and his leasing arrangement as reasons. The decision was related to the GEP Rules and eligibility criteria.
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Decision: Shiell Farms Ltd. and Sunset Poultry Ltd. v. B.C. Chicken Marketing Board
BCFIRB denies appeals by Shiell Farms Ltd. and Sunset Poultry Ltd. against BCCMB’s imposition of over-production penalties for specific quota periods, emphasizing the importance of compliance with production tolerances under the supply management system.
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Decision: Schwuchow v. British Columbia Milk Marketing Board
Appeal of BCMMB’s decision to reallot GEP quotas. Schwuchow’s concern was about the investigation into DeGroot’s role as shipper of the quotas. The decision was related to the Graduated Entry Program Quota Allocation.
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Decision: Sarkozi v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding two horses in Mission due to inadequate veterinary care, including untreated dental conditions and overgrown hooves, and failure to provide consistent care and shelter.
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Decision: Saputo Inc. v. British Columbia Milk Marketing Board
The appeal concerns Saputo Inc.’s request for a repeal of Section 5 of Schedule 6 of the BCMMB’s Consolidated Order and reimbursement of levies. The decision addresses whether the January 21, 2008 letter from BCMMB constitutes an appealable decision and the timeliness of the appeal filing.
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Decision: Running W Egg Farm Ltd. v. British Columbia Egg Marketing Board
Appeal of BCEMB’s decision to withhold payment for eggs delivered to the grader. Running W Egg Farm Ltd. contested the withholding of payment, arguing it was not responsible for the mould found on the eggs. The decision was related to BCEMB’s Consolidated Order.
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Decision: Rohrer v. Hall
Complaint related to manure management practices and drainage issues from an equestrian centre in Aldergrove.
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Preliminary decision: Ridgeway v. McLuckie
Complaint related to noise from barking dogs on a property with sheep in West Kelowna. Complaint dismissed as the respondent was not operating a farm business under the FPPA.
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Preliminary decision: Russell v. Bradshaw
Complaint related to excessive dog barking and howling from a property. Because the dog barking did not arise from a farm business, BCFIRB had no jurisdiction, and the complaint was dismissed.
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Decision: Saputo Inc. v. British Columbia Milk Marketing Board
Appeal of BCMMB’s amendment decision to implement a traditional allocation policy. Saputo Inc. challenges the amendment on grounds of contravention of commitments, improper links, invalid penalties, and discretionary powers. The decision was related to “Part VII – Allocation of Milk Supply Among Vendors” of the BCMMB Consolidated Order.