British Columbia’s dairy, egg and poultry industries (BCDEPI) make significant economic and social contributions to the province. Total economic output in 2007 was in excess of $5 billion, including $2.34 billion directly, with employment of over 28,000, including over 6,900 directly.
The province’s dairy, egg and poultry industries provide safe high-quality foods in an efficient, effective manner to communities throughout British Columbia, while responding and adapting to the needs of the marketplace and consumer choice.