Next Generation Loan - Agriculture Financial Services Corporation
About this program
Fixed-rate term loans up to 20 years with 1% interest rate reduction for new entrants and young agricultural producers to establish their farming operations.
Eligibility
New, young and returning agricultural producers under 40, or over 40 with less than 3 years farming history and farm income under $10,000 for 3 of last 5 years.
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Source: official program page at afsc.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on January 26, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Next Generation Loan - Agriculture Financial Services Corporation?
New, young and returning agricultural producers under 40, or over 40 with less than 3 years farming history and farm income under $10,000 for 3 of last 5 years.
What is the application deadline?
This program does not list a fixed deadline, so applications appear to be ongoing. Confirm on the official program page.
How much funding is available?
up to $1.5 million with 1% interest rate reduction. See the official program page for full details.
How do I apply?
Apply directly through the official program page linked above. Ag Alerts is an independent service and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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