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Direct Investments
Equity financing for innovative agri-food businesses
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Ag tech innovators developing scalable solutions that increase on-farm efficiency and food production while creating capacity in supply chains
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Overview
Direct Investments supports growth-focused businesses in Canadian agriculture and food through direct equity financing from FCC Capital. It focuses on technology, sustainability, and scalable solutions for on-farm efficiency, food production, and improved supply-chain capacity development.
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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
- Minimum amount : 5,000,000 $
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
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ag tech innovators developing scalable solutions that increase on-farm efficiency and food production while creating capacity in supply chains
- Sustainable agriculture enterprises focused on climate resilience, regenerative practices and resource efficiency
- Food businesses and agribusinesses with strong growth trajectory and export potential
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Direct Investments Program
What is the Direct Investments?
Direct Investments supports growth-focused businesses in Canadian agriculture and food through direct equity financing from FCC Capital. It focuses on technology, sustainability, and scalable solutions for on-farm efficiency, food production, and improved supply-chain capacity development.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Direct Investments program?
To be eligible for the Direct Investments program, you must:
The business must demonstrate a clear benefit to Canadian agriculture or food systems.
A lead investor is required and must be an experienced institutional or strategic investor.
Who can I contact for more information about the Direct Investments?
You can contact Farm Credit Canada (FCC) by email at invest@fcc-fac.ca.
Where is the Direct Investments available?
The Direct Investments program is available across Canada.
Is the Direct Investments a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Direct Investments is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the Direct Investments?
Direct Investments is funded by Farm Credit Canada (FCC)