Category: General oversight
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Follow-up: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Questions on quota distribution policy prior approval
BCFIRB outlines key questions for the BCEMB regarding its quota distribution policy prior approval request. Topics include the New Entrant Program, regional production growth, quota distribution options, and plans for quota allocation following BCFIRB’s supervisory review decision.
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Directive: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Report on enforcement actions and gaps in animal welfare monitoring
BCFIRB outlines its expectations for the BCEMB regarding animal welfare monitoring and enforcement. BCEMB must submit a report by August 10, 2018, detailing enforcement actions, gaps in monitoring, and steps to address these gaps following recent animal welfare incidents.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Allocation prior approval request — June 25, 2018 meeting
BCFIRB requests the BCEMB to confirm their understanding of the implications of the Quota Review decision, specifically regarding producer eligibility for growth quota following quota transfers. BCFIRB emphasizes the need for substantive information and a SAFETI analysis if BCEMB proposes changes to quota management directions.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Milk Marketing Board — 2018 Election and Appointment Rules and Procedures
BCFIRB approves the BCMMB’s ‘BCMMB Election and Appointment Rules and Procedures’ under section 3(4) of the BCMMB Regulation, following a scheduled three-year review with its producers.
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Notification: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Government principles guiding relationship with Indigenous Peoples
BCFIRB notifies regulated marketing boards and commissions about the release of the “Draft Principles that Guide the Province of British Columbia’s Relationship with Indigenous Peoples” and encourages them to consider the role of Indigenous peoples in the regulated marketing sectors.
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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Allocation prior approval request follow-up questions
BCFIRB requests additional information from BCEMB regarding timelines for developing options to current policies, a regional development plan, and an updated New Entrant Program to support small farm growth.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Hog Marketing Commission — Approval of revised election rules and procedures
BCFIRB approves the revised election rules and procedures of the BCHMC. The approval follows a scheduled review with producers, and BCFIRB suggests considering a “special election” option for future unscheduled vacancies.
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Reminder: BCFIRB to B.C. Milk Marketing Board — Obligation to review powers and duties in 2018
BCFIRB reminds the BCMMB of its obligation under the BCMMB Regulation to review its powers and duties in 2018. The review must be conducted in consultation with the Milk Industry Advisory Committee, BCFIRB and the ministry, with findings reported to BCFIRB.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — One-time exception for special election to fill unscheduled vacancy
BCFIRB approves a one-time exception to the BCEMB’s 2015 Election Rules, allowing a special election to fill an unscheduled vacancy. This special election will occur concurrently with the general election starting in January 2018, for a two-year term commencing March 2018.
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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Regulated marketing and animal welfare — Follow-up on B.C. Egg Marketing Board report
BCFIRB acknowledges the BCEMB’s report on actions taken to address animal welfare issues highlighted in a 2018 video. BCFIRB is satisfied with the board’s immediate response and ongoing efforts, including policy development and staff training, to proactively identify and manage animal welfare concerns during farm visits.