Working for B.C.'s farmers and ranchers.
BC Agriculture Council is a non-profit, non-governmental council of member associations representing 27 farm associations that in turn generate 96% of provincial farm gate sales. In partnership with industry and government, BCAC delivers programs and services to ensure B.C. is the most dynamic and robust agricultural province in Canada.
October 26, 2021
It has been 2 years since BC’s farmers, ranchers and industry leaders last gathered for Ag Day in Victoria. This year’s discussions will focus on three top priorities: food security, water security, and labour.
READ MOREJuly 20, 2021
Nominations for BCAC's Excellence in Agriculture Leadership award are now being accepted. Individuals can work with their respective BCAC member association to submit a nomination for the 2022 award.
LEARN MOREJuly 5, 2021
BCAC is pleased to share the findings of our 2021 consumer research. The results show that B.C. residents continue to have very positive perceptions of B.C. farmers, and place high importance on many food systems issues.
LEARN MORENew Online Application Campaign
Introducing a new and improved way to apply for your BC Farmer ID Card...including online renewals!
Apply for or renew your BC Farmer ID Card online this month and be entered to WIN! Starting in March, each month of 2021 a winner will be drawn from the online applicants to win a $100 Visa gift card. What are you waiting for? Give it a try!
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Water is the cornerstone to agriculture. B.C. farmers and ranchers recognize the importance of protecting this precious resource and ensuring a safe, reliable water source for our food system.
READ MORE >>B.C. agriculture, including ocean based farmers, are vulnerable to changes in climatic conditions and even small shifts can have significant consequences for food production, farmers livelihoods and...
READ MORE >>A farm is a workplace, a home and a place with children. Trespassing is an issue that has serious concerns related to bio-security, animal welfare and farm family's well-being. BCAC asked government for their plans on this issue...
READ LATEST REPONSE>>The Western Agriculture Labour Initiative (WALI) supports BC farmers and ranchers by working with governments to develop labour policies that benefit farmers and workers.
READ MORE >>BCAC is committed to growing the community’s understanding of agriculture. In order to grow awareness and understanding, BCAC leads a number of special projects and initiatives.
READ MORE >>In collaboration with government, BCAC delivers on-farm programs through its subsidiary company (ARDCorp) that advances the individual producer and the entire sector.
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GROWING THE COMMUNITY'S
UNDERSTANDING OF AGRICULTURE
We are all motivated by the same values.
Connecting People to Farms
Telling Our Story
Consumers are more interested in how their food is grown, processed and brought to market than ever before. As the voice of B.C. farmers we simply want to ensure that the public have the balanced information they need about food to make informed choices that are right for them and their families.
BC Chicken Growers' Association
The BC Chicken Growers’ Association represents registered broiler chicken growers in BC and acts as a liaison between the chicken growers, the chicken industry and the government.
MEMBER QUICK FACTS
- There are approximately 316 chicken producers in B.C.
- The chicken industry in B.C. contributes 12,625 total jobs.
- No hormones or steroids are fed to B.C. chickens. The use of hormones and steroids in Canadian poultry production has been illegal since 1960.
- The Poultry in Motion Educational Mini Barns travel to schools and events throughout the province to show different stages of chicken production.