Canada’s ag minister Heath MacDonald has announced the launch of Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) $1 billion Agri‑food Project Finance Fund, and $150 million to Velocity Agri-Capital Partners through FCC Capital’s $2 billion investment commitment.

The $1 billion Agri-food Project Finance Fund, created and delivered by FCC, is a key commitment under the National Food Security Strategy (NFSS) and will help finance mid-market, agri‑food infrastructure projects across the country. The fund will help address financing gaps, support the development of critical infrastructure and technology needed to grow Canada’s value‑added food sector, and increase domestic processing capacity.

Velocity Agri-Capital Partners will receive $150 million to focus on opportunities in the agri-food and agri-tech sectors across the value chain that are positioned to help strengthen Canada’s food system. Together, FCC and Velocity are accelerating commercialization, expanding processing capacity, diversifying supply chains, and building international pathways that strengthen resilience and competitiveness across Canada’s food system.

“Canada's agri-food sector is strategically important to our global brand and our trading relationships,” says Arlene Dickinson, general partner, Velocity Agri-Capital Partners. “The world needs what we grow and produce and it’s time for us to build on our strength in commodities and into higher-value add products. Velocity Capital is in discussions with Canadian and international investors regarding additional capital commitments of up to $350 million. The fund will help move Canada up the value chain, and into active capital deployment with Canadian companies ready to export to Southeast Asia and attract foreign investment from Southeast Asian companies looking to domicile and build jobs here.” 

The first phase of expression of interest was launched September 14, 2026 and has a 60-day window. Those wishing to learn more or participate in are encouraged to visit FCC's website.

Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/Farm Credit Canada September 14, 2026 news releases