Egg Producer Levy Rate Changes

Summary#

This is the Order Amending the Canadian Egg Marketing Levies Order, which sets new levy rates that egg producers must pay in three provinces. The order took effect on its registration date: February 28, 2022.

What it does#

• Sets the producer levy in Manitoba at $0.4995 per dozen (or per unit as specified by the levy order).
• Sets the producer levy in Prince Edward Island at $0.4895.
• Sets the producer levy in Alberta at $0.5327.
• The changes replace the previous provincial rates in the Canadian Egg Marketing Levies Order and came into force on February 28, 2022.

Who's affected#

• Egg producers in Manitoba, Prince Edward Island, and Alberta — they will pay the new levy rates.
• The Canadian Egg Marketing Agency, which collects these levies and uses them to carry out its marketing plan.
• It is unclear from the order whether or how much consumers, retailers, or processors will notice any price change.

Why it matters#

• Levies are a direct cost for producers. Changes can affect farm cash flow and production decisions.
• The levies fund activities run by the Canadian Egg Marketing Agency, such as marketing and industry programs.
• If costs are passed along, there could be minor effects on egg prices, but the order itself does not say anything about consumer prices.