Welcome Craig Evans to the

BC Chicken Marketing Board!

The BC Chicken Marketing Board is pleased to welcome

Craig Evans as our newest appointed Board Director via OIC 70, for a term of February 26, 2025 to February 26, 2027.

Craig brings to the BC Chicken Marketing Board over four decades of experience with agribusinesses operating in regulatory environments across various agricultural sectors. Recently, through his consulting firm, he served as the Executive Director for the BC Primary Poultry Processors Association. Previously, he held the position of Chief Executive Officer with Granny’s Poultry, a farmer-owned poultry cooperative based in Manitoba, for a period of twelve years during which he led the company through substantial growth.

In addition to his executive roles, Craig has held leadership positions with national and provincial agricultural organizations. Notably, he served as Chair of the Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council and as a Director for the Chicken Farmers of Canada. Furthermore, he was the Vice Chair for the 2019 Grey Cup champion Winnipeg Blue Bombers Football Club. Currently, he holds an independent, appointed position on the BC Vegetable Marketing Commission, where he has made significant contributions to strategic decision-making, financial oversight, and regulatory governance within

BC’s regulated vegetable industry.

Craig holds an MBA in Business Strategy from Queen’s University, a B.Comm in Industrial Relations Management from the University of British Columbia, and the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.

Welcome to the team, Craig! 

Ray Nickel Re-elected by Acclamation

We are delighted to announce the re-election of Ray Nickel of Crossborder Holdings acclaimed to the BC Chicken Marketing Board for a three-year term commencing at the end of the BCCMB’s AGM being held on March 14, 2025. Ray comes from a third-generation farm family, and a graduate from the University of BC with a degree in Ag Science. Ray and his wife Linda have 3 Children who are all actively involved in their own career paths. Ray and Linda are involved in primary production of chicken, commercial table eggs and turkeys. Their farms are all located in the Fraser valley. Ray has been passionately involved in the BC agribusiness from an early age starting with his first tour of duty as Turkey Grower Association director and then president. He has served on numerous grower and producer associations with many years spent as the president of the B.C. Poultry Association. Welcome back and congratulations Ray!

For the election results provided by BC COMB, please see here 

Period A-197



July 27 – Sept 20, 2025

CFC Sets Allocation:

Wednesday April 30, 2025

Deadline to submit quota transfer papers:

Thursday April 17, 2025

Deadline to submit grower allocation paperwork:

Monday April 28, 2025

Specialty Pilot Project Allocation A-198 - A-203

BCCMB Sets Allocation:

April 1 – April 4th, 2025

Deadline to submit allocation paperwork:

March 28th, 2025 at NOON  

Thomas & Catherine Cuthbert of Southcoast Agro Farms Ltd. have been named the 2025 Outstanding Young Farmers for British Columbia and the Yukon

Thomas and Catherine, along with their four children, operate their farm in Ladysmith, BC, on Vancouver Island. Their farm is known for producing high-quality broiler chickens for Island Farmhouse Poultry, and they began self-marketing free-range roasting chickens in 2018.

In 2022, they expanded into grass-fed beef, growing their herd to meet increasing demand. In addition to their farming operation, Thomas also manages a nearby family dairy farm. As fourth-generation farmers, they are committed to sharing their knowledge with their children and providing fresh, local food to their community.

This prestigious recognition follows in the footsteps of Thomas's parents, Ben & Suzanne Cuthbert, who were honored as BC & Yukon Outstanding Young Farmers in 1996.

A big congratulations to Thomas & Catherine for their unwavering dedication and hard work in agriculture, setting a remarkable example of farming excellence!

We would also like to extend our congratulations to the runner-ups, Albert Gorter & Chelsea Enns of Little Qualicum Cheeseworks.

Both of these outstanding nominees are not only exceptional farmers but are also dedicated leaders in their industries.

Pictured:

 Célia Neault (OYF board), Catherine Cuthbert, Thomas Cuthbert, Kevin Klippenstein (BCOYF board)

BC Period Stats for A-192 & A-192

BC Statistics have been updated for quota movement, utilization, allocation, and more.

See here for updated statistics on A-191 & and A-192. 

Reminder:

Interested in an update on HPAI vaccination in Canada?

Join us for a webinar focused on HPAI vaccination in poultry!

When: March 12, 2025 at 10 am PT, 11 am MT, 12 pm CT

This webinar will provide a status update on the western HPAI outbreak, updates on Canada’s process of vaccine reviews and approvals related to HPAI in poultry, as well as an update from a country where vaccination has been used as a tool in the prevention of HPAI in poultry. Speakers and topics will be updated on the registration site as they are confirmed. This session is open to producers, allied trades, and poultry industry stakeholders.

Click below to register

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DQd5i2rnRzy0-zIUb79lOw 

Reminder:

Virtual FCC Young Farmer Summit

Supercharge your farm management skills with the FCC Young Farmer Summit, a free event bringing farmers under 40 together to explore the business side of farming – and have fun!

Learn from industry experts, connect with peers and get the knowledge you need to take your operation to the next level.

Explore topics like business, financial and transition planning, economics and mental wellness to set yourself up for success. 

When: March, 26, 2025, 11 a.m – 1 p.m. PST

Where: Virtual

Cost: Free

Click here to register