Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback on the Rural Slaughter Modernization Intentions Paper. The Small-Scale Meat Producers Association formed in 2018 to act as a voice for a group of farmers and ranchers lacking in formal representation through
These intentions outlined in the paper do not appropriately reflect the urgency of the current situation with regards to slaughter/cut & wrap capacity in British Columbia. We are facing a serious crisis that will continue to evolve and be exacerbated
MEDIA RELEASE: Meat Processing Crisis Worsens Amid Government Consultations and Provincial Election
The Small-Scale Meat Producers Association has been working closely with the Ministry and other industry organizations to improve opportunities for our members since 2018 and are optimistic that we are moving closer to regulatory changes that will allow our members
MEDIA RELEASE: New On-Farm Slaughter Regulations Offer Opportunities for Small-Scale Meat Producers
The Ministry of Agriculture announced yesterday that Class D on-farm slaughter licenses will now be available in all or a portion of three additional Regional Districts:
The challenges facing small-scale meat producers didn’t start with Covid-19. All Covid did was shine a spotlight on issues producers have been speaking out about for years. But with Covid has come an unprecedented wave of public support for local
Small-scale meat producers are a notoriously resilient faction, but the global pandemic is testing the resolve of even the most resolute, prepared producers. The Small-Scale Meat Producers Association (SSMPA) is fielding emails and calls from concerned members and working directly with
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Our farm, located in the township of Spallumcheen, 5 km from Armstrong, is primarily dedicated to producing hay and pasture, but our main business is selling our pasture-raised beef, pork, and chicken. Since 2012 when I moved back to help on
The current system is not robust enough to contribute significantly to the sustainability and growth of the small-scale meat industry in British Columbia. Capacity at Class A & B facilities is an issue, with most of our members being unable to
A little history before we get into the update for our region. Gary and I have 9.67 acres just south of Golden BC. We are an Agri-tourism based ALR piece of property. We have 20 year round RV Lots on