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Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
FCC provides financing for Canadian agribusinesses that supply inputs or add value to agriculture. It supports growth, diversification, expansion, and related financing needs, with specialized support from industry experts.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Financing real property purchases or development.
- Funding equipment, inventory, expansion, and construction.
- Supporting start-up and diversification projects.
- Financing mergers, acquisitions, syndicated lending, and venture capital.
Documents Needed
- Loan application materials
- Business plan
- Net worth statement
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Crop input suppliers and retailers
- Equipment manufacturers and dealers
- Feed processors
- Wholesale, storage and distribution businesses
- Grain handling and logistics businesses
Eligible expenses
- Real property
- Equipment and inventory
- Expansion and construction
- Start-up and diversification
- Debt and cash flow requirements
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Syndicated lending and venture capital
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact FCC’s Corporate and Commercial team.
- Step 2: Discuss your financing needs and options.
- Step 3: Build a financing plan with FCC.
- Step 4: Finalize the financing arrangement with FCC.
Additional information
- FCC is focused exclusively on Canadian agriculture and food.
- FCC offers advisory services, software, and knowledge resources alongside financing.
- FCC provides a Young Entrepreneur Loan for applicants under 40.
- FCC Vision is available for survey participation and rewards.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agribusiness Financing Program
What is the Agribusiness Financing?
FCC provides financing for Canadian agribusinesses that supply inputs or add value to agriculture. It supports growth, diversification, expansion, and related financing needs, with specialized support from industry experts.
Who is eligible for the Agribusiness Financing program?
To be eligible for the Agribusiness Financing program, you must:
Canadian agribusinesses only
Must provide inputs or add value
Eligible agribusiness sectors
What expenses are eligible under Agribusiness Financing?
Financing real property purchases or development.
Funding equipment, inventory, expansion, and construction.
Supporting start-up and diversification projects.
Financing mergers, acquisitions, syndicated lending, and venture capital.
Who can I contact for more information about the Agribusiness Financing?
You can contact Farm Credit Canada (FCC).
Where is the Agribusiness Financing available?
The Agribusiness Financing program is available across Canada.
Is the Agribusiness Financing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agribusiness Financing is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the Agribusiness Financing?
Agribusiness Financing is funded by Farm Credit Canada (FCC)