AgriStability — British Columbia BC Canada

AgriStability — British Columbia

Kelowna, BC, Canada
Insurance to protect farming operations
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Grant and Funding
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  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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  • Government of British Columbia
  • Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
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Get financial support to help manage large income declines caused by production loss, increased costs or market conditions.

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This grant is available to businesses engaged in farming within specified regions in Canada. Eligible geographical areas for this grant are centered around the province of British Columbia.
  • Businesses located in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.
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$65,000

Soil supplement application for crop yield improvement

$50,000

Completion of blueberry production cycle with new irrigation system

$55,000

Investing in organic fertilizer for vegetable farming

$62,000

Compensation for wildlife damage to apple orchards

$80,000

Implementation of advanced packaging for dairy products

$40,000

Purchase of veterinary supplies for cattle farming

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Eligibility for AgriStability 2024 in the Government of B.C. is determined by specific criteria related to the farming operation and its circumstances.
  • The applicant must carry on the business of farming in Canada and report Farming Income (or loss) to the Canada Revenue Agency for income tax purposes no later than 3 months after the deadline for submitting Program Forms for the Program Year.
  • The applicant must have completed a minimum of six consecutive months of farming activity.
  • The applicant must have completed a Production Cycle.
  • The applicant must meet all Program requirements by the deadlines established by the Administrator.
  • The applicant must meet any other applicable provincial requirements as specified in the Guidelines.
  • Status Indians who farm on a reserve in Canada and do not file returns for income tax purposes must submit equivalent information for participation.
  • Research stations, universities, colleges, and government-funded institutions are not eligible.
  • Former federal public office holders or servants not complying with federal conflict of interest guidelines are ineligible.

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The AgriStability program is aimed at farmers and agricultural entities in Canada who experience significant income disruptions. Eligible participants must adhere to specific guidelines outlined by the government, and meet baseline criteria based on their farming operations and financial activities.
  • Carried on the business of farming in Canada and reported Farming Income or loss to the Canada Revenue Agency.
  • Completed a minimum of six consecutive months of farming activity in the relevant Program Year.
  • Completed at least one full Production Cycle.
  • Met all required Program deadlines and administrative criteria.
  • Followed sound management practices during the Program Year.
  • Special conditions and exemptions for Status Indians and certain partnerships under specific provincial regulations in Quebec.
  • Exclusion for academic, governmental, and sport-based agricultural activities.
  • Entities must consist of legal partnerships or recognized corporate structures under relevant laws.

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The AgriStability program sets specific restrictions on eligibility, focusing on ensuring that certain entities do not qualify for support. These restrictions are established to maintain the program's alignment with its agricultural focus.
  • Research stations, universities, colleges, and other government-funded institutions are not eligible.
  • Former federal public office holders or servants not complying with federal conflict of interest guidelines are excluded.

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AgriStability provides financial support to agricultural producers in British Columbia by protecting participants from large declines in their farming income. This program involves monitoring farm tax and production information to provide compensation in the event of significant income loss as defined by the Production Margin falling below the Reference Margin threshold. Eligible activities under this program primarily focus on ensuring the sustainability of farm income, improving farm operational practices, and enabling participation in compliance with program requirements.
  • Enrollment of agricultural operations in the AgriStability program to monitor and report farm financial data.
  • Conducting a Production Cycle to meet program participation requirements.
  • Submitting the necessary Program Forms and documentation to report annual farm income and expenses.
  • Participation in risk management practices to secure income stability through the program.
  • Adapting to structural changes in farm operations that impact financial margins.

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The AgriStability program in British Columbia allows for a number of eligible expenses related to farming operations that can be counted in the calculation of the Production Margin.
  • Commodity purchases.
  • Containers and twine.
  • Insurance premiums for allowable income and expense items.
  • Pesticides.
  • Fertilizer and soil supplements.
  • Veterinary fees, medicine, and breeding fees.
  • Minerals and salts.
  • Machinery gasoline, diesel fuel, and oil.
  • Electricity.
  • Freight and shipping.
  • Heating fuel.
  • Arm’s length salaries.
  • Storage/drying.
  • Trucking including contract trucking that is used to transport eligible commodities or eligible inputs as required for the farming operation.
  • Feed.
  • Commodity futures transaction fees.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (disposable, single use, short term).

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Here are the steps to apply for the AgriStability 2024 program:
  • Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
  • Ensure your farm meets general eligibility requirements such as reporting farming income to the CRA and having completed a minimum of six consecutive months of farming activity.
  • Check if your circumstances allow for any waivers on specific eligibility criteria.
  • Step 2: Enrolment
  • Receive an Enrolment Notice if you were a participant in the previous year.
  • If you didn't participate last year, follow procedures established by the Administrator to enrol for the current year.
  • Confirm your participation within 30 days of receiving the Enrolment Notice.
  • Step 3: Pay Participant Contribution
  • Calculate the participant contribution using the Contribution Reference Margin provided on the Enrolment Notice.
  • Pay the calculated participant contribution by the deadline specified by the Administrator.
  • Step 4: Submission of Program Forms
  • Complete and submit Program Forms with all required documentation to the Administrator before the deadline.
  • Ensure to include farming income and expense information, as well as inventories and receivables details.
  • Step 5: Waiting for Calculation of Benefits
  • After submission, await the Calculation of Program Benefits from the Administrator.
  • Review any payments provided based on the decline of your Program Year Margin relative to the Reference Margin.
  • Step 6: Appeal (if necessary)
  • If you believe there has been an error in applying program rules, request a review or appeal by providing a written submission within 90 days of notification.

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AgriStability is a program that provides whole farm protection by comparing a farm's current production to its historical production to assess income losses. The program requires participants to follow eligibility requirements, including tax reporting, and offers various payment structures, enrolment processes, and potential penalties for late submissions.
  • Participants who provide false information may be denied payments and required to repay received payments.
  • Interim payments can be requested if certain criteria are met, such as completing six months of farming activity.
  • The program includes an Administrative Cost Share (ACS) of $55 per participant for each account.
  • Structural Change adjustments may be applied if there are significant changes in a farming operation's potential for profit.
  • Program payments are considered Farming Income for income tax purposes.
  • A minimum payment of $250 is required for a Program Year for a participant to receive any payment.
  • There is a maximum payment limit of three million dollars or 70% of the difference between the Reference Margin and the Program Year Margin for each participant.
  • Participants must confirm participation within 30 days after receiving an Enrolment Notice.
  • Participants must submit Program Forms within 6 to 9 months after the end of the Program Year.
  • Late participation may be allowed under certain conditions set by Canada and the province or territory.

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AgriStability@gov.bc.ca
1-877-343-2767

Apply to this program