OUR VISION

We want to build a thriving small-scale meat industry that supports farmers and contributes in a significant way to food security in BC by offering well-raised, high-quality meat to BC markets by:

  • Developing a community of like-minded producers, consumers, abattoirs, and butchers all working together with the support of all levels of government

  • Removing systemic barriers that impede small-scale meat producers from competing fairly in the marketplace

  • Developing a regulatory framework that acknowledges the unique needs of small-scale meat producers

  • Enabling BC consumers to make purchasing decisions that allow for the production of high-quality meat at family farms with consideration for the environment, and animal welfare.

OUR MISSION

To build greater stability and growth opportunities for small-scale meat producers in British Columbia

The Small-Scale Meat Producers Association represents British Columbia farmers and ranchers who are raising meat outside of the conventional, industrial system. We are a registered non-profit society made up of primary-producers as well as supportive individuals and organizations.

OUR PURPOSE

‎‏‏‏‎To ensure a voice for small-scale meat producers.‏‏‎

  • ‎‏‏‏‎‎‏‏‎To help grow the market and support systems for small-scale meat producers

  • To provide resources and foster research to support the small-scale meat-producing industry.

  • To encourage the adoption of best practices by the small-scale meat-producing industry.

  • To grow a network of small-scale meat producers

ABOUT US

Our Team

Director

Brodey Bolen
Bolen Livestock

PRESIDENT

Tristan Banwell
Spray Creek Ranch

VICE PRESIDENT

Steve Meggait
Fresh Valley Farms

DIRECTOR

Dezmond Allan
Regenerative Pasture Systems

SECRETARY & TREASURER

Michelle Schaeffer
Whiskey Creek Ranch

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

Leanne Smith
Fence Fast

COMMUNICATIONS & MEMBERSHIP

Amber Rowse-Robinson
Brass Bell Farm

DIRECTOR

Dale Drown
Drown Family Farm

DIRECTOR

Corine Singfield
Winter Sun Farm

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Julia Smith
Blue Sky Ranch