Industry: Broiler hatching egg
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Letter: BCFIRB to supply-managed boards — Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation: BCFIRB expectations and looking forward
BCFIRB outlines expectations for the Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation Project, focusing on the effectiveness of 2005 Specialty Review policies related to transfer assessments and industry entry.
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Directive: BCFIRB to supply-managed boards and commissions — Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation — BCFIRB expectations and looking forward
BCFIRB outlines expectations for the Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation Project, focusing on the 2005 Specialty Review’s transfer assessment and industry entry policies. The directive includes process and outcomes expectations, emphasizing a SAFETI-based approach and requiring final submissions by June 30, 2017.
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Summary: Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation introductory workshop
BCFIRB summarized the February 3, 2017 Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation introductory workshop, which involved discussions with B.C.’s supply-managed boards on quota assessment tools and their effectiveness.
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Request: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Additional information needed for temporary use of Restricted Fund
BCFIRB requests additional information from the BCBHEC regarding its proposal to temporarily use the Restricted Fund for Avian Influenza surveillance and response. BCFIRB seeks details on the surveillance program, funding assurance, potential costs, interest use, building purchase plans, fund repopulation, and integration with sector initiatives.
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Report: BCBHEC — Update of Asian Breeder Regulation
The BCBHEC provides an update on its review of the Asian Breeder Regulation, highlighting the need for further stakeholder engagement and outlining plans for draft options and final recommendations to BCFIRB by June 12, 2017.
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Letter: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Quorum and conflict of interest
BCFIRB clarifies quorum requirements for regulated marketing boards and commissions. It emphasizes that quorum must be maintained for decision-making and outlines procedures for handling vacancies and ensuring governance continuity.
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Letter: BCFIRB to BCBHEC — Request for recommendations about Asian hatching egg production
BCFIRB requests responses from the BCBHEC regarding recommendations on regulating Asian hatching egg production, including biosecurity, cost responsibilities, and federal levies.
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Follow-up: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Compliance with biosecurity standards for specialty producers in Asian hatching egg sector
BCFIRB follows up on its March 2016 order regarding biosecurity standards for Silkie and Taiwanese broiler hatching egg producers. BCFIRB affirms BCBHEC’s authority to ensure compliance with biosecurity standards and advises prompt action due to increased avian influenza risk.
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Request: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Prior approval request for specialty hatching egg production regulation
BCFIRB acknowledges the BCBHEC’s request for prior approval regarding the regulation of specialty hatching egg production, focusing on premises ID, food safety, and biosecurity programs.
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Decision: BCFIRB — Deferral of appeals on BC Hatching Egg Commission’s Exclusion Permit Program
BCFIRB defers consideration of appeals challenging the BCBHEC’s decision on the Exclusion Permit Program until the supervisory review process is completed.
