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The Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria was active by the 1930s, engaging in industry management and lobbying.The Commercial Egg Producer's Association (CEPA) had branches in Bendigo, South Bendigo, Eaglehawk, Wedderburn, Murrabit and Euroa.CEPA Commercial Egg Producer's Association (Bendigo Region) correspondence, for the year 1984. This item includes the following documents: 8504.40a This letter provides advice to Miss Karen Smith regarding employment opportunities in the poultry industry 8504.40b The Committee is requesting a deputation to the full Board of the Egg farmersof Victoria as soon as possible, ideally before August, rather than waiting until the November meeting. 8504.40c This document is a formal letter addressed to the Minister of Agriculture, Mr. Eric Kent, dated June 27, 1984. Nomination of Representatives:Mr. Dennis J. Oakes is nominated as the representative for the Victorian Poultry Advisory Committee. Mr. Ron Robins is nominated as the deputy delegate, to ensure the Association is represented if the main delegate is unavailable. 8504.40d To the Egg farmer of Victoria. The Association discusses a proposed points system for egg quality testing. Concerns are raised about extra costs for agents and grading floors, as well as the need for inspectors to take samples from P.A.'s and farm packers. Clarification is sought on who will cover these additional costs.Production Cost Survey. The Association supports a survey by Price Waterhouse Associates Pty. Ltd. to assess feed and other farm costs. Emphasis is placed on the need to consider varying prices and types of grains when setting egg prices. Interest is expressed in learning more about the proposal and meeting with relevant stakeholders.E gg Powder Tailings for Calf FeedThe letter references previous correspondence about marketing egg powder tailings as an ingredient in calf feed.The Association requests updates on any progress or preparations regarding this product.Invitation to Board MeetingThe Association invites the full Board to hold their meeting in Bendigo on November 13, 1984. 8504.40e CEPA Annual Conference Business Paper June 1984 8504.40f To the Minister of Agriculture Victoria, This letter from the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria outlines the following: The Association expresses strong support for the New South Wales Government and the Egg Corporation's efforts to combat illegal and unlawful egg producers. There is significant alarm that 'rebel traders' have been allowed to operate for an extended period, undermining legitimate farmers who follow established guidelines. The Association requests to be kept informed about any further actions the government plans to take regarding the control of illegal egg producers. 8504.40g The Commercial Egg Producers Association is inviting Mr. J. M. Brumby M.H.R. to a special meeting. 8504.40h This document is an official invitation from the Commercial Egg Producers Association to Mr. David Kennedy, M.L.A., requesting him to officially open a special meeting on June 18, 1984, at the Diagnostic Centre in Epsom. The meeting will focus on the effects of exotic diseases in livestock and poultry, 8504.40i This document is a formal letter from K. Fitzgibbon to Hon. Eric Kent, M.P., Minister of Agriculture, nominating candidates for a producer vacancy on the Victorian Egg Marketing Board. 8504.40j Annual Meeting Announcement - The Central Council of C.E.P.A. will hold its annual meeting at the Diagnostic Centre, Epsom, on Monday, 18th June 1984 at 2:00 p.m. 8504.40k This document is a formal letter from the Commercial Egg Producers Association to the Egg Farmers of Victoria, outlining Industry Funding. Members discussed the need for national support and funding for ACEP (Australian Council of Egg Producers) and its membership in the National Farmers Federation. 8504.40l This document is a formal letter from Kevin Fitzgibbon to Ross Davies, EO of Victorian Farmers and Graziers Association, regarding industry levy collection. 8504.40m The Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria expresses gratitude to Mr. David Kennedy, M.L.A., for his support in passing new Egg Industry Stabilization Legislation. 8504.40n This document is a formal thank-you letter from the Secretary of the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria to Hon. J. Radford. The Association thanks Hon. J. Radford for his efforts in passing the new Egg Industry Stabilization Legislation through Parliament. 8504.40o This document is a formal letter from the secretary of an association, K. Fitzgibbon, addressed to a researcher, Mr. F. Lezannais. 8504.40p The document is a formal protest letter addressed to the Minister for Transport regarding a ban on transporting live chickens by bus to rural areas 8504.40q This letter requests political support for proposed Hen Levy Legislation affecting family farming. CEPA, instructed by their committee, asks Mr. Bernie Dunn (a Member of Parliament) to support the legislation during party meetings if it would help their cause. 8504.40r This telegram from K. Fitzgibbon, Secretary of C.E.P.A. of Victoria, to W. J. Starick, President of A.C.E.P., communicates the association has not seen the B.A.E. report.Their dealings with the Minister of Agriculture are limited and indirect.There is no cause for alarm at this stage.The sender feels it is important to be aware of the situation. 8504.40s This document is a formal invitation from K. Fitzgibbon, Secretary of CEPA, to Mr. C. L. Jefferson, Secretary of the Victorian Egg Marketing Board. Invitation to Meeting:The new Board and all its members are invited to hold a meeting in Bendigo at a suitable venue. 8504.40t This document is a formal letter from K. Fitzgibbon, Secretary, addressed to Mr. Alan T. Harrison, General Manager of the Victorian Egg Marketing Board. Notification: The letter informs Mr. Harrison that a copy of a submission regarding the Egg Industry Stabilization discussion paper has been sent to the Minister of Agriculture. 8504.40u This document is a formal letter from K. Fitzgibbon (Secretary) to Mr. Alan T. Harrison, General Manager of the Victorian Egg Marketing Board. Notification of Submission:The letter informs Mr. Harrison that a copy of a submission regarding the Egg Industry Stabilization discussion paper has been sent to the Minister of Agriculture. 8504.40v This document is a formal letter from K. Fitzgibbon, Secretary of CEPA, addressed to Mr. David Kennedy, M.L.A. The association has sent Mr. Kennedy a copy of their submission to the Victorian Egg Marketing Board regarding the Dockage Discussion Paper. 8504.40w The document is a letter from the secretary of CEPA to the manager of Crystal Egg Co., highlighting several operational concerns regarding egg reception. Concerns About Delivery Schedules, Since the introduction of the 38-hour work week, some producers face difficulties delivering eggs after 3 PM on Fridays. 8504.40x Letter to the General Manager, Victorian Egg Marketing Board advocating for the continuation of the existing dockage system for egg marketing in Victoria:Adherence to Dockage System: The Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria strongly supports maintaining the current dockage system, emphasizing its fairness and alignment with the Marketing of Primary Products Act. 8504.40y Letter to David Kennedy MLA re Retention and Confirmation of Hen Quotas - All existing hen quotas will be retained and confirmed as of the commencement of the new Act. 8504.40z Annual Conference Business Paper June 1983 8504.40aa The document is a formal letter from the CEPA addressed to the Department of Agriculture. The key points are: Support for Increasing Hen Quota and Advocacy for Poultry Refresher Courses 8504.40ab The document is a letter from the association's secretary to the Egg Farmers of Victoria, expressing concerns about the yolk color testing system for egg producers. 8504.40ac Notice of The Half Yearly Conference of the Central Council will take place at City Hall, Bendigo, on Friday, 23rd November 1984 at 7:00 p.m. 8504.40ad The Secretary (K. Fitzgibbon) formally invites the full Board of the Egg Farmers of Victoria to attend a meeting in Bendigo on Tuesday, November 13, 1984 8504.40ae The Secretary of the Commercial Egg Producers' Association of Victoria acknowledges receipt of a discussion paper on Egg Industry Stabilization sent by the Minister of Agriculture. 8504.40af CEPA Half Yearly Conference Business Paper Nov 1984 8504.40ag CEPA Minutes of annual Conference June 1984 8504.40ah This document is a letter from the Secretary of the South Bendigo Branch of the Commercial Egg Producers' Association, dated March 30, 1984. The letter is addressed to J. Quinlin, who is compiling a book on agriculture in Bendigo over the past 150 years. The Commercial Egg Producers' Association expresses their interest in the project and offers assistance. They specifically state their willingness to provide any information that may be helpful for the book. 8504.40ai This document is a formal letter from the South Bendigo Branch of the Commercial Egg Producers Association addressed to the Minister of Agriculture. The letter requests that members of the Poultry Advisory Board should be genuine representatives of poultry industry organizations and be nominated by those organizations. 8504.40aj Egg Farmers of Victoria Newletter - four pages April 1984 8504.40ak From CEPA to members: The Annual Meeting of the Central Council will be held at the Diagnostic Centre, Epsom, on Monday, 18th June, 1984, at 2:00 p.m. 8504.40al This document is a formal letter from the Department of Agriculture, Victoria, addressed to the Commercial Egg Producers Association. The letter acknowledges that two errors were present in a previous letter, (part of this document) sent to the Association and apologizes for these mistakes.It provides the corrected text for page 2, paragraph 3 of the earlier correspondence. Invitation for Industry Input: The Department emphasizes the importance of industry leaders contributing their views and comments.The Association is invited to make a written submission on any matters covered by the Terms of Reference. Submissions should be sent to Dr. Jim McLaughlin at the Department's address by June 1, 1984. 8504.40am This document is a formal acknowledgment letter from the Secretary of the Australian Senate's Select Committee on Animal Welfare. The document serves as an official confirmation that the concerns raised about caged birds will be considered by the relevant parliamentary committee. 8504.40an CEPA Notice of Annual Meeting June 1984 8504.40ao This document is a formal letter from the Minister of Agriculture, Eric Kent, addressed to Mr. D. Kennedy, M.P. The letter responds to an inquiry from Mr. Kennedy regarding the panel of names submitted by the Commercial Egg Producers Association for vacancies on the Victorian Egg Marketing Board. 8504.40ap Minutes of Annual Conference June 1984 8504.40aq This document is a formal letter from the Minister of Agriculture addressing concerns about licence fee increases for small egg producers. 8504.40ar Six Pages. This document reports on the operations and activities of the Poultry Farmer Licensing Committee during the ninth licensing season, covering the period from March 1, 1983, to June 30, 1984. It was presented to both Houses of Parliament in Victoria as required by the Egg Industry Stabilization Act 1983. The report provides an official account of the committee's work in regulating and overseeing poultry farmer licensing within this timeframe. 8504.40as Six Pages - The Shield newsletter. This document is a publication from the R.S.P.C.A. (A.C.T.) Inc. dated July 1984. It appears to be an official communication or newsletter, registered by Australia Post, and likely contains information relevant to animal welfare or organizational updates for the R.S.P.C.A 8504.40at Notice of CEPA Half Yearly Conference Nov 1984 8504.40au This document is a formal letter from Bruce Reid, a Member of the Victorian Legislative Council, addressed to the Secretary of the South Bendigo Branch of the Commercial Egg Producers Association. The letter acknowledges receipt of the Association's objection to the proposed single fund plan for workers' compensation in Victoria. Bruce Reid states he will bring the Association's concerns to the attention of the Hon. Jeff Kennett, Leader of the Opposition.egg producer's information, correspondence, cepa, commercial egg producers' association