Supply-managed commodity legislation

Find the laws and rules for supply-managed commodities. These products are part of a national supply management system that controls how much farmers can produce, sets fair prices, and limits imports. Learn about supply management.

For legislation on cranberries, hogs and vegetables:

Understanding the terms

Regulated commodities are governed by a range of legal tools:

  • Acts: Laws passed by the provincial or federal government
  • Regulations: Detailed rules made under an act
  • Schemes: Regulations that create or define marketing boards and commissions and give them the authority to manage specific commodities
  • Orders: Operational rules made by boards or commissions that producers must follow, covering topics like quotas or pricing

The following laws govern the regulation of broiler hatching egg production in British Columbia.

The following laws govern the regulation of chicken production in British Columbia.

Dairy

The following laws govern the regulation of dairy production in British Columbia.

Eggs

The following laws govern the regulation of egg production in British Columbia.

Turkey

The following laws govern the regulation of turkey production in British Columbia.