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AgriInvest

Risk management support for producers

Funding available
$ 10,000
Up to 60% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Individual
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Overview

AgriInvest is one of the Business Risk Management programs under Sustainable CAP and is cost shared by the federal and provincial/territorial governments on a 60/40 basis. It helps producers manage production and market risk, and most primary agricultural commodities are eligible as long as they are produced in Canada.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$10,000
Maximum share of project costs
60%
Financing goals
  • Ensure financial sustainability

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
For-profit business, Non-financial cooperative

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

PDF form instructions updated

The AgriInvest additional contact person form now gives expanded instructions for downloading, saving, and opening the PDF, including using a computer and Adobe Acrobat Reader 11 or higher.

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The AgriInvest Additional Contact Person Form now has expanded PDF instructions for downloading, saving, and opening the form. The updated guidance says to use a computer, since the form may not open on mobile devices, and to have Adobe Acrobat Reader 11 or higher installed.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Individual
  • Corporation, Co-operative or Special Individual

Who is not eligible

  • Government funded organizations, including research stations, universities and colleges.
  • Landlords earning rental income, including cash rent or payments in kind, for crop or livestock shares or arrangements.
  • Former federal public office holders or public servants who are not in compliance with federal conflict of interest guidelines.
  • Dissolved corporations.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

How to apply

  • Submit your 2024 application using EFILE, NETFILE, or toll-free fax at 1-877-949-4885.
  • If you’re a My AAFC Account user, scan your completed form and attach the PDF to a Message.

Documents Needed

  • 2024 Statement A – Corporations/Co-operatives and Special Individuals

Processing and Agreement

  • The Deposit Notice is based on the information you provide on your program year AgriInvest form and includes details on your ANS, maximum matchable deposit and deposit deadline.
  • You must make a contribution to your AgriInvest account within 90 days of the date printed on your deposit notice.

Additional information

  • The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) is a 5-year policy framework for Canada's agricultural and agri-food sector (2023-2027).
  • AgriInvest is one of the Business Risk Management programs under Sustainable CAP.

Contacts

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Frequently Asked Questions about the AgriInvest Program

What is the AgriInvest?

AgriInvest is one of the Business Risk Management programs under Sustainable CAP and is cost shared by the federal and provincial/territorial governments on a 60/40 basis. It helps producers manage production and market risk, and most primary agricultural commodities are eligible as long as they are produced in Canada.

How much funding can be received?

AgriInvest Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.

Who can I contact for more information about the AgriInvest?

You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) or by phone at 1-866-367-8506.

Where is the AgriInvest available?

The AgriInvest program is available across Canada.

Who are the financial supporters of the AgriInvest?

AgriInvest is funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP), Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), La Financière agricole (FADQ), Government of New Brunswick