Category: General oversight
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Letter: BCFIRB to BCBHEC, BCEMB, BCCMB, BCTMB — Use of contingency funds for avian influenza response
BCFIRB confirms that the BCBHEC, BCEMB, BCCMB and BCTMB have discretion to use contingency funds to support a return to orderly marketing following the avian influenza outbreak, in accordance with the Natural Products Marketing (BC) Act and SAFETI principles.
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Notification: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Working with the Lobbyists Registration Act
BCFIRB’s letter to general managers outlines its understanding of the Lobbyists Registration Act’s impact on its statutory mandates and clarifies that regulated marketing boards and commissions do not need to register as lobbyists when communicating with BCFIRB regarding statutory mandates. However, boards must assess registration requirements in other contexts.
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Response: BCFIRB to B.C. Milk Marketing Board — Quota transfer assessments exemption request for nieces and nephews
BCFIRB responds to the BCMMB’s request to include nieces and nephews as exempt from quota transfer assessments. BCFIRB outlines that this significant policy change requires approval and suggests a more substantive request for a supervisory decision if deemed critical before the Quota Governance Review concludes.
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Response: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission — Regulation of Specialty Broiler Breeder Industry in B.C.
BCFIRB outlines its expectations for the BCBHEC regarding the regulation of specialty broiler production. The Commission is advised to ensure biosecurity and food safety, consider quota management, and engage stakeholders. Appeals to BCFIRB are possible following the Commission’s decision.
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Notification: BCFIRB to Farm Products Council of Canada and Chicken Farmers of Canada — Current national and provincial chicken industry issues
BCFIRB outlines concerns about unresolved pricing and allocation issues in the chicken supply-managed system, emphasizing the need for strategic, effective, and accountable responses.
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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission, BC Fresh Vegetables Inc., Island Vegetable Cooperative Association, Vancouver Island Farm Products Inc. and V.I.P. Produce Ltd. — October 31, 2013 decision of the Vegetable Marketing Commission concerning Vancouver Island Farm Products Inc. (VIP) agency status
BCFIRB requests final written submissions from the BCVMC, VIFP, VIP, BC Fresh and the Island Vegetable Cooperative Association regarding the agency status of VIFP. Submissions should address the legal and policy appropriateness of a ‘sub-agency’ structure and are due by specified dates in November and December 2013.
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Directive: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Expectations for quota distribution approval
BCFIRB outlines its expectations for the BCEMB regarding prior approval of quota distribution under the B.C. Egg Marketing Scheme. The directive emphasizes comprehensive analysis, stakeholder consultation, and addressing outstanding issues, while adhering to SAFETI principles and ensuring quota management supports industry growth and development.
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Response: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Feedback on June 11, 2013 Meeting Presentation
BCFIRB acknowledges the BCEMB’s presentation on industry strengths and challenges, noting its effectiveness in providing information and fostering dialogue. BCFIRB highlights the importance of system efficiencies and cost reduction amid increasing import competition and commends BCEMB’s efforts in stakeholder consultation and addressing public perception.
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Decision: BCFIRB — Prior Approval Review of the BCEMB’s 2010 New Producer Program Lottery Recommendations
Decision on the B.C. Egg Marketing Board’s recommendations for its New Producer Program lottery, following a joint review of the program’s first lottery draw.
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Decision: Prior Approval Review of the British Columbia Egg Marketing Board 2010 Quota Distribution Policy
BCFIRB provides prior approval for the BCEMB 2010 Quota Distribution Policy, approving a 3.46% pro-rata increase for existing producers and directing a total of 18,000 layers be allocated to the New Producer Program.