Disputing your grain grade

If you (or someone delivering grain on your behalf) disagree with a licensed primary elevator’s assessment of your grain’s quality, you have the right to dispute the assessment. You can do so by asking that a representative sample of your grain be sent to the Canadian Grain Commission. This service can be used to dispute the assessment of your grain’s official grade or any individual grading factor, including moisture, protein and dockage You can request this service when you (or someone delivering grain on your behalf) deliver grain to a licensed primary elevator. At your request, the elevator operator will send a sample of your grain to the Canadian Grain Commission, where it will be assessed by a Canadian Grain Commission inspector. Payment for your grain will be subject to the inspector’s grade and dockage. Your right to dispute the grade assessed for your grain only applies to deliveries to licensed primary elevators. This right is not available at licensed process elevators or licensed grain dealers.