The value of Canadian farmland maintained its upward trajectory in 2024, rising by 9.3 per cent according to the latest FCC Farmland Values Report. This increase, while slightly lower than the 11.5 per cent growth seen in 2023, underscores the persistent demand for farmland value despite pressures on commodity prices. J.P. Gervais, FCC’s Chief Economist,…
The Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing (CCAW) has introduced the National Farmer Wellness Network (NFWN) Crisis Line to address the mental health challenges faced by farmers, farm families, and agricultural workers in Canada. This initiative, supported by a $1.5 million investment from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) over three years, offers specialized mental health support from…
Welcome to another edition of The Bovine! On this episode, you’ll hear from Annessa Good, business advisor with Farm Credit Canada (FCC), on the five pillars needed for a successful transition plan, as well as tips on how to begin this process and ensure it’s a positive one for your family and business. This episode…
Farm Credit Canada’s annual report on regional land value trends shows that farmland across Canada continues to steadily rise in value. According to the 2022 Farmland Values Report, “the average value of cultivated Canadian farmland increased by 12.8% in 2022. This is the highest increase recorded since 2014 and follows gains of 8.3% in 2021…
In a new program, Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is supporting Canadian beef producers certified by the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB). “Canadian producers are already expert stewards of the land and livestock, and the beef sector has been a leader in demonstrating their sustainable practices through the CRSB,” said Todd Klink, FCC’s vice-president of…
We are all in this together Farming and ranching have long been one of the more stressful and dangerous occupations. In addition to the physical demands in the field, there is something we don’t talk about enough and that is the emotional labour and demands of our industry. The constant worry about the animals in our…