Eligible BC apple growers have firmly rejected the establishment of a commission to regulate and market their apples. The vote concluded on July 21, 2025.

129 apple growers (34.2% of eligible growers) voted.

59.7% of those who voted (77 growers) did not support the establishment of a commission

40.3% (52 growers) did support the establishment of a commission.

This vote represented the culmination of years of discussion about the pros and cons of such a commission for BC’s apple industry.  

Elevate Consulting, who administered the vote, will be issuing a summary report.

Source:  British Columbia Fruit Growers’ Association July 25, 2025 newsletter