Canadian Grain Commission fully compensates eligible producer claims for unpaid deliveries to Zeghers Seed Inc.
Winnipeg, Manitoba (July 18, 2024) – Producers who were not paid for grain delivered to Zeghers Seed Inc. (operating as Zeghers Canada) will be fully compensated for their eligible claims through the Canadian Grain Commission’s Safeguards for Grain Farmers Program.
Following a review of individual producer claims, the Canadian Grain Commission determined that there were 27 eligible claims for unpaid deliveries to Zeghers Seed Inc. The Canadian Grain Commission will issue compensation totalling over $1.2 million from the company’s security to these producers. Producers will receive 100% compensation for their eligible claims for unpaid deliveries.
The Canadian Grain Commission revoked the licences of Zeghers Seed Inc. on March 25, 2024. The company held a grain dealer licence and a primary elevator licence for an elevator located in Holland, Manitoba.