
Farmland Financing Program — Up to 450 Acres
- Open continuously
Overview
Term loan to finance up to 80% of the purchase price of a maximum of 450 acres of farmland with either interest-only payments or a fixed interest rate of 6%.
At a glance
Funding available
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Up to 90% of project cost
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
- All industries
- Prince Edward Island
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- $ 15,000 minimum revenue
- All organization sizes
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Next steps
Activities funded
The grant supports the financing of farmland acquisitions for Canadian farmers, both new entrants, and those expanding or involved in succession within Prince Edward Island. Eligible activities focus on purchasing farmland, facilitating succession planning, and supporting business expansion for sustainable agricultural enterprises.
- Financing the purchase of up to 150 acres of farmland at a fixed interest rate.
- Financing the purchase of up to 450 acres of farmland with interest-only or blended payment options over five years.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible farmers on Prince Edward Island (PEI), who are either new or expanding their operations, or involved in farmland succession, can apply for this financing program. Applicants must demonstrate a blend of formal education and experience in agriculture, maintain a viable business operation or have convincing cash flow projections indicating future viability, and meet additional requirements such as having valid environmental and soil conservation plans. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and permanent residents of PEI.Who is not eligible
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. Companies involved in the tobacco, alcohol, gambling, or adult entertainment industries are not eligible for this grant.
- Tobacco industry
- Alcohol industry
- Gambling industry
- Adult entertainment industry
Eligible expenses
This program offers financing options tailored specifically for purchasing farmland in PEI. The eligible activities are centered around land acquisition for both new and expanding farming enterprises and farmland succession.
- Financing the purchase of up to 150 acres of farmland with a term loan covering 90% - 100% of the purchase price, at a fixed interest rate of 6%.
- Financing the purchase of up to 450 acres of farmland with a term loan covering 80% of the purchase price, with flexible repayment options including interest-only payments or a fixed interest rate of 6%.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to farmers who are permanent residents of Prince Edward Island (PEI), ensuring that the funding supports local agricultural development.
- Farmers who are permanent residents of Prince Edward Island, Canada.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Farmers must ensure they have a valid Environmental Farm Plan and Soil Conservation Plan to qualify.
- The farmland being financed must be available to be taken as a first charge against the loan.
- Shareholder(s) are required to provide a Personal Guarantee.
- The applicant must be a Canadian citizen and a permanent resident of PEI.
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