Domestic chick shortages continue to be a challenge for BC chicken growers and the entire chicken industry. Strategies and solutions continue to be pursued.
In response, the Board is implementing — in practicality, extending — temporary changes to the Under- and Over-Marketing Levies, as amendments to the General Orders for Periods A-204 and A-205.
To review, these temporary measures include:
- The under-marketing carryforward adjustment rate has been temporarily increased from 6% to 10%, extended to A-204 and A-205.
- Over-marketing levies have been temporarily eased to help growers meet market demand, also extended to A-204 and A-205. Chicken Farmers of Canada is holding its adjustment of the provincial penalty limit from 102% to 104%.
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Growers are encouraged to grow up to 104% without allocation being reduced six cycles later.
These temporary measures will be reviewed on a period-by-period basis as the Board continues to evaluate market conditions.
Further rationale, levy details, and reminders about carryforward are outlined in the official memo.
Read Extended Under- and Over-Marketing Sleeve Official Memo
Growers will need to collaborate with their hatcheries and processors. If issues arise, contact the BC Chicken Marketing Board directly (preferably before placement).
For support, contact the Board office at info@bcchicken.ca or 604-859-2868.