AgriInvest — Quebec

Q: How much funding can be received?

AgriInvest — Quebec Funds up to 10000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the AgriInvest — Quebec a grant, loan, or tax credit?

AgriInvest — Quebec is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the AgriInvest — Quebec?

AgriInvest — Quebec is funded by La Financière agricole (FADQ), Gouvernement du Québec

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the AgriInvest — Quebec?

You can contact La Financière agricole (FADQ) or by phone at 1-800-749-3646.

Q: Where is the AgriInvest — Quebec available?

The AgriInvest — Quebec program is available the province of QC.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Matching funding to mitigate on-farm risks

At a glance

Eligible Funding

From $250 to $10,000

Timeline

Open Date : July 9, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Get a matching contribution of up to $10,000 per year to help manage income declines or to make investments to mitigate on-farm risks.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant offers supportive financing modalities to help agricultural producers enhance their financial resilience. The modalities focus on matching contributions to assist in risk management.

Annual deposits made by participants are matched by government contributions, up to a maximum of $10,000.
Funds deposited in the AgriInvest account serve as a financial reserve to assist in managing operational risks.

Activities funded

The AgriInvest program in Quebec provides financial assistance by matching contributions to help farmers manage risks related to their agricultural operations. This program supports most agricultural activities except for a few specified exclusions.

Financial management reserves for agricultural risk mitigation.
Support for a diverse range of agricultural products except for those under certain categories like supply-managed products and non-farming derived income.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 9,000

Setup of a greenhouse for cultivating exotic plants

$ 5,000

Development of a honeybee farm

$ 10,000

Efficiency enhancement of dairy farm operations

$ 6,000

Establishment of a raspberry farm with advanced irrigation systems

$ 7,500

Establishment of an organic poultry farm

$ 8,000

Expansion of an organic vegetable farm

Eligibility

Eligibility for the AgriInvest program is determined by specific criteria related to the nature of the agricultural products and the source of income.

Most agricultural products are allowable under the AgriInvest program except those under supply-management.
Forestry products are not eligible for the program.
Aquacultural products are excluded from eligibility.
Racehorses and peat moss are not considered eligible products.
Cannabis is not eligible under the program.
Wild animals in their natural environment do not qualify for the program.
The resale of products that do not stem from the farming operation is not eligible.
Income derived from farming activities carried on outside of Canada is excluded from eligibility.

Who is eligible?

The AgriInvest program is open to individuals involved in the agricultural sector with eligible agricultural products. Most agricultural products are allowed, with a few exceptions, including products under supply-management, forestry, aquacultural products, racehorses, peat moss, cannabis, wild animals in their natural environment, resale of non-farming products, and income from farming outside Canada. It aims to provide financial support to agricultural producers to manage business risks through savings contributions.

Who is not eligible

The AgriInvest program imposes restrictions on specific types of products and income sourcing, focusing on exclusions related to supply management and non-agricultural activities. These restrictions ensure that the program supports genuine farming operations in Canada.

Products under supply-management.
Forestry products.
Aquacultural products.
Racehorses.
Peat moss.
Cannabis.
Wild animals in their natural environment.
Resale of products that do not stem from the farming operation.
Income derived from farming activities carried on outside of Canada.

Eligible expenses

The AgriInvest program is designed to assist farmers in managing financial risks by providing matching government contributions to savings deposits, creating a reserve for risk mitigation. However, specific activities or projects eligible for this grant are not outlined in the provided information.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant does not specify eligible geographical areas as detailed in the provided information.

How to apply

Create an account

Visit the AgriInvest portal to create your account.
Fill in the necessary information to register in order to access online services.

Set up an AgriInvest account

Once registered, set up your AgriInvest account through the portal.
Provide all required banking and agricultural operation details.

Annual deposit

Make an annual deposit into your AgriInvest account up to the authorized limit.
Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the deposited products.

Corresponding government contribution

Wait for the corresponding government contribution based on the deposit made.
Check that the contribution has been correctly added to your account.

Manage funds

Use the funds to manage the risks associated with your agricultural operations.
Keep track of all transactions through your online account.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The AgriInvest program can serve as a complement to the Farm Income Stabilization Insurance Program (ASRA), where its interventions are adjusted to consider the amounts paid by AgriInvest.
Participants must manage their AgriInvest account balance according to their risk management needs, including withdrawals.
Government contributions are subject to a maximum limit of $10,000.

Documents and links

AgriInvest — Quebec

Contacts

1-800-749-3646

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the AgriInvest — Quebec Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the AgriInvest — Quebec. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the AgriInvest — Quebec?

How much funding can be received?

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the AgriInvest — Quebec a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the AgriInvest — Quebec?

Who is eligible for the AgriInvest — Quebec program?

To be eligible for the AgriInvest — Quebec program, you must: Eligible applicants must produce agricultural products that are not under supply-management, are not forestry or aquacultural products, and do not include racehorses, peat moss, cannabis, or wild animals in their natural environment. Income must be derived from farming activities carried out within Canada. Products intended for resale must originate from the applicant's farming operation.