How much does the CWB cost?
The CWB administrative expenses were $66 million in 2002-03 (source: CWB 2002-03 Annual Report, page 53). This is about $4/tonne or roughly 10 cents/bushel. This is over and above the costs of handling, storing and transporting your grain. Administrative expenses are deducted from the grain sales revenue before the final payment is issued.