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Advance Payments Program (Agriculture)
Low-cost cash advances for agricultural producers
Latest source updateLast Update: June 30, 2026Latest change: The Advance Payments Program now shows a new 2026 Actual Seeded Report form, a July 1 office-closure date, and updated instructions for requesting a second instalment or increasing the advance.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 30, 2026
Latest change: The Advance Payments Program now shows a new 2026 Actual Seeded Report form, a July 1 office-closure date, and updated instructions for requesting a second instalment or increasing the advance.
Advance Payments Program: updated application form and dates
The How to Apply page now includes a new 2026 Actual Seeded Report form and says it can be emailed or entered in the online account to request a second instalment or increase the advance amount. The office-closed notice also changed from Monday, May 18 to Wednesday, July 1, while the program application, transfer, and repayment deadlines remain unchanged. The contact information page removed the Canada Post delay notice, but the toll-free number 1-866-367-8506 and email aafc.fgp-pgf.aac@agr.gc.ca stayed the same. Supporting application PDFs were also retitled for 2025 and 2026 livestock application forms, with no visible change to eligibility or who can apply.
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
December 31, 2025
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Individual producers who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and have reached the age of majority in the province of operation.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Advance Payments Program provides agricultural producers with up to $1,000,000 in cash advances to support cash flow and marketing flexibility. The Government of Canada pays the interest on the first $250,000 for 2026 non-canola advances, and canola advances have a $500,000 interest-free limit for the 2025 and 2026 program years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Valid government-issued photo identification for first-time applicants.
- Direct deposit information, if funds are to be deposited electronically.
- Insurance premium invoice and schedule.
- Priority agreements from secured creditors.
- Completed application and repayment agreement forms.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individual producers who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and have reached the age of majority in the province of operation.
- Corporations, cooperatives and partnerships.
Who is not eligible
- Producers, or any related producer, with an outstanding default on a previous or current advance with any Advance Payments Program administrator.
Eligible expenses
- Cash advances based on eligible agricultural products produced or held in storage.
- Financing support for working capital needs until products are sold.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Producers must meet eligibility requirements
- Security must be provided for the advance
- The value of the advance may be limited by the provided security
- Repayment terms and conditions must be met
- Compliance with program guidelines and regulations
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose an APP Administrator
- Review the list of participating administrators.
- Contact the administrator that serves your product or location.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill in the application and repayment agreement.
- Provide the required security and supporting information.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application to the chosen APP Administrator.
- Step 4: Receive the advance
- Wait for the administrator’s approval and issuance of funds.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through participating APP Administrators.
- Approvals depend on the administrator’s assessment of the application and required security.
- Funds are issued after approval by the administrator.
- The advance must be repaid as products are sold, under the program’s repayment terms.
Additional information
Additional information regarding the Advance Payments Program:
- There are 27 participating APP Administrators across Canada, responsible for administering the advances to producers.
- The program aims to reduce costs to producers and use of government funds by providing a financial guarantee and paying the interest on a portion of the advance.
- Advance Payments are calculated based on up to 50% of the anticipated market value of eligible agricultural products.
- Security must always include the agricultural products on which the advance is based; additional security may be required for non-storable products or animals.
- The program provides flexibility by allowing producers to sell based on market conditions rather than immediate financial needs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) Program
What is the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture)?
The Advance Payments Program provides agricultural producers with up to $1,000,000 in cash advances to support cash flow and marketing flexibility. The Government of Canada pays the interest on the first $250,000 for 2026 non-canola advances, and canola advances have a $500,000 interest-free limit for the 2025 and 2026 program years.
How much funding can be received?
Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) program?
To be eligible for the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) program, you must:
The applicant must be an agricultural producer.
The applicant must own the agricultural product being financed.
For livestock advances, the stock must already be at foot.
Who can I contact for more information about the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture)?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) by email at info@farmcashadvance.com or by phone at 1.825.509.3538.
Where is the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) available?
The Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) program is available across Canada.
Is the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the Advance Payments Program (Agriculture)?
Advance Payments Program (Agriculture) is funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)