Farm Income Stabilization Insurance (ASRA)
About this program
A group insurance program run by La Financiere agricole du Quebec that protects farms against swings in market prices and production costs. It pays compensation when the average selling price falls below a stabilized income based on the production cost of specialized farms. Covered productions include cereals and canola, cow-calf, feeder and slaughter cattle, grain-fed calves, hogs, piglets and lambs. Enrolment is a five-year commitment with automatic renewal.
Eligibility
Quebec farm businesses producing one of the covered products and meeting the minimum criteria for that product (for example 46,000 kg of hogs sold). All insured productions must be insured in their entirety; compensation is cut 40% if the operation is not also in AgriStability.
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Source: official program page at fadq.qc.ca. Last checked by Ag Alerts on November 12, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Farm Income Stabilization Insurance (ASRA)?
Quebec farm businesses producing one of the covered products and meeting the minimum criteria for that product (for example 46,000 kg of hogs sold). All insured productions must be insured in their entirety; compensation is cut 40% if the operation is not also in AgriStability.
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?
Compensation when average selling price is below the stabilized income; two thirds of the premium is paid by FADQ and one third by the producer. 25% discount on ASRA contributions (up to $50,000 per year) for aspiring farmers who receive FADQ establishment support.. 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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