Youth in agriculture
Youth and young farmers are the future of Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector. Your fresh ideas and approaches will help build a strong, innovative sector ready to meet the changing needs of tomorrow, which is why we want your input on future programs and services.
Advance Payments Program
Provides producers with a cash advance based on the value of their agricultural products
AgriDiversity Program
Helps under-represented groups in Canadian agriculture, including youth, women, Indigenous Peoples, and persons with disabilities to fully participate in the sector
AgriInsurance
Offers protection against production losses caused by hail, drought, flooding, disease and other natural hazards
AgriInvest
Helps cover income declines and supports investments that help mitigate risks
AgriStability
Offers protection against declines in farm income as a result of low prices, rising input costs and production losses
Canadian Agricultural Loans Act Program
Increases availability of loans to new and existing farmers to establish, improve or develop their farms
Canadian Agricultural Youth Council
Provides advice and enables on-going dialogue on food-related challenges and opportunities, as well as agriculture and agri-food sectors' policies and programs
Indigenous Student Recruitment Initiative
Offers Indigenous students work experience that allows for personal growth while contributing to the goals of the department
Youth Employment and Skills Program
Provides funding to organizations for the creation of agricultural internships that provide career-related work experiences to youth and youth facing barriers