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Agri-food Project Finance - Canada
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Source verified September 29, 2026

Agri-food Project Finance

Financing for value-added agri-food projects
Offered by
Farm Credit Canada (FCC)
Official source: fcc-fac.ca
Latest source update
Last Update: October 4, 2026
Latest change: FCC has clarified how it assesses Agri-food Project Finance EOIs and specified the submission window ends at 5 p.m. PT.
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Agri-food Project Finance criteria and EOI window clarified
FCC now says it will assess projects on quality, readiness and industry impact, not solely on capital cost, and it encourages applicants to submit an EOI even if the project does not perfectly fit the outlined scope. The page also clarifies that EOI submissions will be accepted until 5 p.m. PT.
Funding available
$ 10,000,000 - $ 250,000,000
Deadline
November 13, 2026
Opened September 14, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply

Eligible candidates

See full eligibility

Overview

Agri-food Project Finance is an FCC lending capability for value-added agri-food processing and manufacturing projects in Canada. It generally expects to provide between $10 million and $250 million per project and supports capital-intensive work that strengthens domestic food capacity.
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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 : 250,000,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 10,000,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 3

Activities funded

  • Value-added agri-food processing and manufacturing projects.
  • Value-added agri-food supply chain and logistics projects.

Documents Needed

  • A summary financial model and forecast, Excel preferred.
  • A project presentation or overview, PDF format preferred and 10 pages maximum.

Official resources

Official page

Agri-food Project Finance

Eligibility

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Activities that are not value-added agri-food processing and manufacturing, including primary agricultural production.
  • AgriEnergy projects, such as biofuels, renewable natural gas and waste-to-energy.
  • Infrastructure or capital projects not directly tied to value-added agri-food processing and manufacturing.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Selection criteria

  • Submissions are assessed for project eligibility, readiness, quality and industry impact.
  • FCC will prioritize projects that have secured, or demonstrate a credible path to securing, private sector debt and equity financing.

How to apply

  • Confirm your project is aligned with FCC Agri-food Project Finance criteria.
  • Prepare a summary financial model and forecast.
  • Prepare a project presentation or overview.
  • Complete and submit the Expression of Interest form using the online link.
  • Upload the two supporting documents at the end of the form.

Processing and Agreement

  • FCC will review all projects and respond to proponents within 30-45 days after the submission window closes.
  • Following review, FCC may request more information.
  • Following review, FCC may decline the opportunity.
  • Following review, FCC may redirect it to other applicable FCC lines of business.
  • FCC may engage proponents who submitted an EOI prior to the deadline to clarify or provide immediate feedback.

Additional information

  • It is a new FCC lending capability.
  • It was established as part of the Government of Canada’s National Food Security Strategy.

Contacts

projectfinance@fcc-fac.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Agri-food Project Finance Program

What is the Agri-food Project Finance?

Agri-food Project Finance is an FCC lending capability for value-added agri-food processing and manufacturing projects in Canada. It generally expects to provide between $10 million and $250 million per project and supports capital-intensive work that strengthens domestic food capacity.

How much funding can be received?

Agri-food Project Finance Funds up to $250,000,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is November 13, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.

What expenses are eligible under Agri-food Project Finance?

Value-added agri-food processing and manufacturing projects. Value-added agri-food supply chain and logistics projects.

Who can I contact for more information about the Agri-food Project Finance?

You can contact Farm Credit Canada (FCC) by email at projectfinance@fcc-fac.ca.

Where is the Agri-food Project Finance available?

The Agri-food Project Finance program is available across Canada.

Is the Agri-food Project Finance a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Agri-food Project Finance is a Loans and Capital investments