Category: General oversight
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Reminder: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Input extension on quorum and conflict of interest
BCFIRB reminds all commodity boards and commissions to submit their comments on quorum and conflict of interest by November 2, 2017. BCFIRB is considering issuing supervisory directions on these matters and requests input from the boards and commissions.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Temporary use of the Restricted (“Ontario”) Fund
BCFIRB approves the BCBHEC’s request to temporarily use the Restricted Fund to support the Avian Influenza surveillance program and rapid response plan during the 2017/18 season. The approval is contingent on transparency and accountability, with any other use of the fund requiring prior approval.
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Letter: BCFIRB to supply-managed boards — Quota Assessment Review process update
BCFIRB provides an update on the quota assessment review project, indicating that the decision is expected by January 15, 2018.
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Letter: BCBHEC to BCFIRB — Clarification on regulation of Asian hatching egg production
BCBHEC clarifies the role of BC Chicken Marketing Board’s Specialty Markets Advisory Committee (SMAC) in the regulation of Asian hatching egg production.
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Denial: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Request to proceed with Work Action Plan during process suspension
BCFIRB denies the BCBHEC’s request to proceed with its Work Action Plan during the suspension of the Specialty Regulation Review process. The suspension remains until a new chair is appointed, ensuring all members understand the Work Plan goals.
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Submission: B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission — Draft changes to Consolidated General Order
The BCVMC outlines proposed changes to the Producer-Shipper licensing requirements in the General Order to accommodate greater flexibility in licensing applications and marketing practices.
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Response: BCFIRB to Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry — BCTMB New Entrant Program Review Request
BCFIRB acknowledges Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry’s request to review aspects of the BCTMB’s new entrant program. BCFIRB advises participation in the BCTMB’s Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation process and directs inquiries to the BCTMB’s General Manager.
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Letter: BCBHEC to BCFIRB — Draft pros and cons discussion document on Asian Breeder Regulation
BCBHEC submits a draft discussion document outlining regulatory options and their pros and cons for Asian breeder regulation to BCFIRB.
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Decision: Prior approval of B.C. Egg Marketing Board Consolidated Orders
BCFIRB approves specific amendments to the BCEMB’s Consolidated Orders, including changes to quota issuance, new producer program rules, and provincial quota exchange rules, while requiring further assessment for other proposed changes.
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Decision: BCFIRB to BCEMB — Approval of 2017 Quota Distribution Policy
BCFIRB provides prior approval for the B.C. Egg Marketing Board’s (BCEMB) 2017 Quota Distribution Policy. BCFIRB also establishes stricter reporting and consultation criteria for all future quota distribution requests.