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Benefits for Members

Whether you’re growing food or you just enjoy eating it, you should join us. Together, we can strengthen Ontario’s agri-food sector and voice our support for responsible and sustainable agriculture in Ontario and help shape our future of food. You’ll also get welcomed into a vibrant local group of likeminded farmers and foodies. With events happening across the province all year long, you’ll be sure to find value in becoming a member. Liking what you’re hearing but want to check out the other benefits of an NFU-O membership? Find out about the benefits you get as a member! Learn More About Benefits

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FBR Memberships

All farm businesses in Ontario that gross $7,000 or more annually are required by law to register their farm business with Agricorp.


The NFU-O is one of three accredited farm organizations (AFO) under Ontario’s Farm Registration and Farm Organizations Funding Act. Farmers completing the Farm Business Registration (FBR) process, can obtain a membership to NFU-O, by selecting us on their FBR paperwork.


Want to switch your AFO to the NFU-O? Call Agricorp at 1-866-327-3678

Direct Memberships

Farming Memberships

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Basic Family Membership

If you are a farmer who does not qualify for the Farm Business Registration program and who believes in the principles of food sovereignty,join us directly. Farm members are instrumental in planning and carrying out activities to help the NFU–O achieve its goal to build a better food system.


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Farm Unit Membership

If you farm as a co-operative, collective, or partnership where the majority of the farm’s labour or management is provided by individuals involved in actively operating the farm, you may join as Farm Unit members. Up to 4 individuals comprising a farming unit are recognized under a Farm Unit membership.
Please note – Farmers who need a farm business registration number must contact Agricorp PRIOR to joining the NFU.
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Farm Worker Membership

Farm workers are essential to Canadian farming. Any farm worker engaged in farming in Canada may become a member of the union.
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Youth Membership

Any youth, including non-farm youth, 14 to 35 years of age can join the NFU. Farm youth, ages 14 to 21, are automatically members under their family’s membership. Farm youth ages 21 through 25 can buy a yearly Youth Membership for $113. Farm youth from 26 to 35 are required to buy a Family Farm membership.
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Non-Farming Memberships

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Associate Membership

If you are a non-farmer who believes in the principles of food sovereignty, join as an Associate. Associates can participate in planning and carrying out activities to help the NFU–O achieve its goal to build a better food system.
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