Category: General oversight
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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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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission — Vegetable supervisory review
BCFIRB outlines the next steps in the supervisory review process following the deferral of CFP Marketing Corporation’s appeal against the BCVMC’s decision. The panel will request a meeting with the full Commission in October to clarify the status and timelines of various Commission activities.
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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission post-secondary scholarship
BCFIRB acknowledges the SAFETI analysis of the BCCMC’s post-secondary scholarship but raises concerns about financial accountability. BCFIRB requests the Commission to review the scholarship criteria in relation to the British Columbia Cranberry Marketing Scheme and report back on the outcome.
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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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Reminder: BCFIRB to B.C. Milk Marketing Board — Legal and regulatory issues for proposed processing plant
BCFIRB reminds the BCMMB to address legal and regulatory issues before proceeding with commitments to a new milk concentrate processing plant. BCFIRB emphasizes the need to consult the Ministry of Agriculture to identify any legislative gaps and necessary statutory amendments.
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Update: BCFIRB to B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission — Vegetable Supervisory Review Scope Development and Next Steps
BCFIRB outlines the development and next steps for the vegetable supervisory review scope, following meetings with the BCVMC. The panel requests feedback on the attached list of commission projects and advises on the formation of a working group to facilitate communication. The review will consider agency applications and strategic planning within the regulated vegetable sector.
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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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Follow-up: BCFIRB to B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission — Meeting with Vegetable Supervisory Review Panel
BCFIRB acknowledges the meeting with the BCVMC and outlines the purpose of understanding the Commission’s business for the Vegetable Supervisory Review. The panel will propose the scope for the review, considering the need for regulatory certainty before the 2020/21 production year.