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Farming Loans for Ontario Farms

13 Farming Loans Available for Ontario Farms

Explore loans to fuel your farm’s growth. Access low-interest Ontario agricultural funding and credit solutions tailored for the farming sector. While grants provide “free” money, loans for farmers are essential tools for managing cash flow, purchasing land, or investing in high-value equipment. These resources include government-backed lending programs that often feature more favourable terms, lower interest rates, and flexible repayment schedules compared to traditional commercial banking.

When searching for grants, it is wise to also consider these specialized credit options as part of a balanced financial strategy. Whether you are scaling up production or diversifying your commodities, a well-structured loan can provide the leverage needed to reach your goals faster.

Our directory clarifies the eligibility and terms of various provincial and federal lending streams. Review the available loan programs below to find the right financing partner for your farm’s next big step.

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Fair Finance Fund Loan

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $200,000
Social finance fund for Ontario’s local food and farm sector supporting access to capital and mentorship.
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Canadian Agricultural Loans Act (CALA) program

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $3,000,000
Agricultural loan to establish, improve, and develop farms, while agricultural co-operatives may also access loans to process, distribute, or market the products of farming.
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Ginseng Storage Loan Guarantee Pilot Program (GSLGPP)

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Loan guarantee program created by the Government of Ontario that aims to assist the province’s ginseng farmers in sustaining and growing their business.
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Commodity Loan Guarantee Program (CLGP)

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $750,000
Short-term, lower cost operating loans for the purchase of crop input supplies, such as seed, fertilizer and pesticides.