Outcome: Approved
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Decision: Tuovila and Ruck v. Deleurme
Complaint related to manure management, odour, runoff, and nuisance birds and rodents from a cattle/calf operation in Kelowna.
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Decision: Prokam Enterprises Ltd. v. British Columbia Vegetable Marketing Commission
Appeal of BCVMC’s delivery allocation decision to approve Prokam Enterprises Ltd.’s 2020/21 delivery allocation. Prokam’s issues included calculation methods and a potential recording error. The decision was related to the BCVMC’s Consolidated General Orders on delivery allocation for storage crops.
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Letter: BCFIRB to BCHMC — Prior approval for member appointment for Hog Commission Vacancy
BCFIRB approves the temporary appointment of Mr. Goertzen to the BCHMC to fill a vacancy effective September 1, 2020, until the 2021 election.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Temporary appointment prior approval of Joe Neels to fill commission vacancy
BCFIRB approves the temporary appointment of Joe Neels to the BCBHEC to fill the vacancy left by Allan Mulder. Neels will serve the remainder of Mulder’s term, ending May/June 2021, with support from the B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Producers’ Association.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — 2020 Quota Distribution Policy decision
BCFIRB approves the BCEMB’s recommendation to temporarily place 14,916 growth quota units into its Quota Reserve Temporary Allocation Pool B. The quota will be issued when sufficient total quota is available to provide 150 layers per eligible producer under the Multi-Allocation Policy equal distribution commitment.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Hog Marketing Commission — Temporary amendment to 2019 election rules
BCFIRB approves a one-time amendment to the BCHMC’s election rules and procedures for its 2019 election. The amendment addresses a delay in initiating the election process and ensures a fair and accountable voting process, valid only for the 2019 election.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Turkey Marketing Board — Extension granted for industry assessment and work plan completion
BCFIRB approves the BCTMB’s request for a four-month extension to complete the industry assessment and work plan, now due by April 30, 2020. The extension allows for necessary consultations with grower-vendors, particularly those on Vancouver Island.
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Decision: R.H. and L.H. v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure and costs regarding one dog in Surrey due to physical abuse and concerns about the owner’s mental health. The dog was seized after the owner was observed striking it and subsequently taken into custody under the Mental Health Act.
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Decision: Robbins d.b.a. K&M Farms v. British Columbia Chicken Marketing Board
Appeal of BCCMB’s decision to deny annualization of seasonal production. K&M Farms sought to annualize its pasture-raised chicken production to avoid penalties and maintain consistent production cycles. The decision was related to the BCCMB General Orders and the principles of orderly marketing.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Special appointment prior approval request
BCFIRB approves the BCBHEC’s request to appoint Calvin Breukelman to fill a vacant elected producer position until the 2020 annual election. The decision is based on Breukelman’s recent and past experience with the board and the national Canadian Hatching Egg Producers agency.