Feeder Cattle Loan Guarantee Program
About this program
The Feeder Cattle Loan Guarantee Program supports beef cattle farmers by facilitating access to competitive, short-term, low-interest borrowing through Feeder Cattle Co-operatives across Ontario. Qualifying members can borrow up to $500,000 for obtaining feeder cattle, with a total of $500 million in government-backed loan guarantees allocated across 14 regional co-operatives.
Eligibility
Beef cattle farmers who are qualifying members of participating Feeder Cattle Co-operatives located throughout Ontario can apply. Membership and specific eligibility criteria are determined by individual co-operatives.
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Source: official program page at ontario.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on August 19, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Feeder Cattle Loan Guarantee Program?
Beef cattle farmers who are qualifying members of participating Feeder Cattle Co-operatives located throughout Ontario can apply. Membership and specific eligibility criteria are determined by individual co-operatives.
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 $500,000 per member (total program pool: $500 million). 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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