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Food & Beverage Financing

Q: Who is eligible for the Food & Beverage Financing program?

To be eligible for the Food & Beverage Financing program, you must: Business operates in the Canadian food and beverage industry Includes sectors such as processors, manufacturers, packaging, distribution, wineries, and distilleries

Q: What expenses are eligible under Food & Beverage Financing?

Business expansion or growth initiatives within the food and beverage sector. Acquisition of equipment and inventory for food and beverage operations. Facility expansion and construction projects for food and beverage enterprises. Start-up projects in the food and beverage industry. Development or acquisition activities through mergers and acquisitions in the agri-food sector.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Food & Beverage Financing?

You can contact Farm Credit Canada (FCC).

Q: Where is the Food & Beverage Financing available?

The Food & Beverage Financing program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the Food & Beverage Financing a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Food & Beverage Financing is a Loans and Capital investments

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Food & Beverage Financing?

Food & Beverage Financing is funded by Farm Credit Canada (FCC), Government of Canada (GC)

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Financing for food and beverage production or processing

Loans and Capital investments

Overview

Get financial support to grow or expand your food-related business at any stage of its life cycle, with access to specialized networks and expertise.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Buying or selling a company

Optimize production processes

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 14, 2019

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade

Location

Canada

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
Youth (<40)
Startups
Women

Activities funded

Business expansion or growth initiatives within the food and beverage sector.
Acquisition of equipment and inventory for food and beverage operations.
Facility expansion and construction projects for food and beverage enterprises.
Start-up projects in the food and beverage industry.
Development or acquisition activities through mergers and acquisitions in the agri-food sector.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 50,000

Developing a mobile app for farmers to sell direct to consumers

$ 70,000

Launching a new line of gluten-free bakery products

$ 60,000

Expanding organic food delivery services

Eligibility

The applicant must operate within the Canadian food and beverage industry.
Eligible business types include abattoirs and meat processors, commercial bakeries, food and beverage equipment suppliers, food processors and manufacturers, frozen foods, blending and milling companies, grain and oilseed processors, packaging businesses, seafood processors, speciality food producers, wholesale and distribution firms, and wineries and distilleries.
Both start-ups and established enterprises are eligible.

Who is eligible?

Abattoirs and meat processors
Commercial bakeries
Food and beverage equipment businesses
Food processors and manufacturers
Frozen foods, blending, and milling companies
Grain and oilseed processing companies
Packaging businesses
Seafood companies
Specialty foods businesses
Wholesale and distribution businesses
Wineries and distilleries

Eligible expenses

Equipment and inventory purchases related to food and beverage operations.
Expenses for business expansion and construction projects.
Real property acquisition costs.
Costs associated with mergers and acquisitions.
Financing to meet diversification needs.
Stretch debt and cash flow requirement costs.

Eligible geographic areas

Companies located anywhere across Canada.

How to apply

Initial Contact

Communicate with the Corporate and Commercial Financing team at FAC to discuss possible financing options for your agribusiness.

Application Preparation

Prepare your company's financial information, including forecasts and cash flow needs.
Gather all necessary documents to justify your financing request, such as financial statements, business plans, and relevant market studies.

Application Submission

Ensure that all required information is complete and accurate before submission.
Submit the loan application through the channels indicated by FAC after the initial assessment.

Application Follow-Up

Track the status of your application by directly contacting your FAC representative.
Respond to any requests for additional information or documentation.

Additional information

FCC provides financial ratio calculators to help assess business liquidity, solvency, profitability, and coverage.
Resources like the FCC Food & Beverage Report and industry newsletters offer market insights for food businesses.
Knowledge sharing and advisory services are available alongside financing options.

Documents and links

Food & Beverage Financing

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Food & Beverage Financing Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Food & Beverage Financing. 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.