March 1st 2024

This is the 84th issue of our electronic news update

2023 BCCMB ANNUAL REPORT

Our annual report is now available to view on our website, as well as on the link below.

2023 BCCMB Annual Report



The 2023 BCCMB Annual Report includes a report from the Chair, updates from various committees, insights from the Chicken Farmers of Canada, detailed production statistics, a summary of Board activities and the financial auditor's report.

This report serves as a valuable resource for stakeholders and provides a transparent look into the operations and achievements of the BC Chicken Marketing Board.

B&L Poultry Appeal

B&L Poultry Ltd. In July of 2023 appealed to BCFIRB a decision of the Chicken Board to not waive, forgive or provide relief for an over marketing levy for quota period A-180. 

A hearing was scheduled for November 15, 2023 after a pre-hearing conference call was held in August. On February 9, 2024 BCFIRB rendered its decision. 

The B&L appeal (OM levy) was dismissed with the panel finding that the OM levy assessed for A-180 was appropriate in the circumstances, and that the Board’s decision not to grant relief from the OM levy was properly determined. 

 Youth Employment and Skills Program

Quick facts

• The YESP is part of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS), an Employment and Social Development Canada-led initiative involving 12 federal departments and agencies.
• YESS is part of the Government of Canada's commitment to help young people, particularly those facing barriers to employment, get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to make a successful transition into the labour market.
• Since the YESP began, approximately 5,100 youth have been employed in agricultural-related organizations from every province and territory. There have also been nearly 1,500 youth facing barriers employed through the program since its inception in 2019.

Employers can apply between February 26, 2024 and March 25, 2024 for their project to be considered. Applications from Indigenous employers will be prioritized for the 2024-2025 program year.

Application forms for the YESP are available through the webpage.

For additional information, contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada by email aafc.yesp-pecj.aac@canada.ca  or by calling 1-866-452-5558.

Commingling General Order Removed

Effective February 13th, 2024 the Chief Veterinarian has removed

General Order AIV2023-04 which prohibited commingling of poultry in the lower mainland. Please note, the order for commercial chicken and turkey to remain indoors is still in effect.

Please click below for

more information

Summer Student Posting Poultry in Motion

Educational Mini Barn Program

The Poultry in Motion Committee is hiring a summer student to attend school visits, summer fairs and community events with the Mini Barn trailer.

The position is based in the Lower Mainland and is open to full time

post-secondary students who are returning to post-secondary education in the fall.

The position starts May 13 and will run until August 31, 2024 and is between 32-40 hours per week. 

Applications open on February 15 and will run until March 15, 2024

(or until position is filled). 

Interested persons can email office@poultryinmotion.ca for an application and further details. 

HPAI C&D Insurance Options

The Board has learned that some growers have access to certain amounts of C&D insurance related to HPAI through their insurance provider.

Some insurance providers may have this product while others do not.

Growers are encouraged to discuss with their insurance providers whether you are currently covered or could be and plan for the unforeseen expense. 

Further, the Board is reviewing whether other industry wide options are available and will report to industry once we learn more.

Period A-190 

June 30 – August 24 , 2024

CFC Sets Allocation:

Wednesday March 20, 2024

Deadline to submit quota transfer papers: Friday March 8, 2024

Deadline to submit allocation paperwork: Monday March 18, 2024 at NOON

Broiler Quota Ads

For Sale:

Selling 10,000 bird quota at $135 per bird.

Contact Andy (MARAND FARMS LTD)

Ph: 604-760-0882

For Sale:

6.4 acre Specialty Broiler farm in Chilliwack

$3,800,000.00 

62,290 kgs Specialty Quota

(approx. annual)

farm0960569@outlook.com

Frank @ 604-835-6302

For Sale:

Island quota for sale at $100/bird.

15,243 birds (29,405 kgs) available.

250-863-6734

For Sale:

For sale in Armstrong BC

19,200 bird quota.

Contact Larry at

chickencoop_63@hotmail.com or

250 546-0290

For Sale:

5 acre broiler farm in Chilliwack with 25,000 quota

$6,750,000.

Contact Walt Braun

waltbraun@me.com

604-316-5345