Working for B.C.'s farmers and ranchers.
BC Agriculture Council is a non-profit, non-governmental council of member associations representing 28 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.
March 29, 2022
The BC Agri-Food Industry Gala will air virtually on March 30, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. The online silent auction is open for bidding, proceeds once again will be donated to BC Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation.
MORE INFOFebruary 7, 2022
B.C. farmers who suffered extraordinary damages during November’s devastating floods will have access to up to $228 million in federal-provincial government support to help their farms return to production.
READ MOREFebruary 1, 2022
If you were using groundwater on or before February 29, 2016, for non-domestic purposes such as irrigation and livestock watering, you are legally required to apply for a water license by March 1, 2022.
MORE INFOWater 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 Cattlemen's Association
BC Cattlemen's Association promotes, encourages, protects and develops the cattle industry in British Columbia in an environmentally responsible manner.
Member Quick Facts
- BC Cattlemen’s Association is the voice of over 1200 cattle ranchers across the province.
- The average # of head of beef cattle per farm in B.C. is 117.
- B.C. is home to approximately 5% of Canadian cattle herd.
- Approximately 66% of the Agriculture Land Reserve (ALR) is owned by ranches.
- The average size of cattle farms in BC is 1,074 acres (435 hectares).