News - FCC

Farm Credit Canada is encouraging producers considering participating in the federal Hog Industry Loan Loss Reserve Program to be aware of the application deadlines and not wait to the last minute to apply.

Canadian agriculture producers and agribusiness operators who are considering the use of renewable energy sources in their business will soon have a new financing option thanks to a new Energy Loan announced by Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz.

More than 60 per cent of individuals surveyed by Farm Credit Canada (FCC), in a recent Vision survey, say they are considering environmental stewardship and the use of environmentally friendly management practices to reduce their environmental footprint and provide financial value for their business.

Optimism levels about the future of agriculture remain similar to last year, according to a new Farm Credit Canada (FCC) national survey.

Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz today announced the appointment of Carl Spencer to the Board of Directors of Farm Credit Canada (FCC).

Farm Credit Canada reports the pace of applications for loans under the new Canadian Hog Industry Loan Loss Reserve Program is picking up.

Farm Credit Canada says action to halt the rise of the value of the Canadian dollar would be welcomed news for Canada’s red meat sector.

Farm Credit Canada says is encouraging pork producers to maintain close contact with their lenders as they consider options for addressing an ongoing economic squeeze.

Farm Credit Canada reports the agriculture sector is weathering the current economic uncertainty well.

Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz announced the appointment of Jason Skinner to the board of directors of Farm Credit Canada (FCC).