Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program — Stream 2

For younger poultry and egg producers planning capital improvements, accessing meaningful cost-sharing can make the difference between delaying upgrades and moving ahead with confidence. Stream 2 of the Poultry and Egg On-Farm Investment Program is designed with that reality in mind, offering enhanced, non-repayable support to help the next generation modernize their farms while staying competitive in a changing marketplace.

Delivered by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, this national program focuses on supply-managed chicken, turkey, egg, and broiler hatching egg operations. Stream 2 recognizes the financial pressures facing younger farm owners and operators by covering a larger share of eligible project costs than the standard stream. Funding can support a wide range of on-farm investments, from improving productivity and efficiency to strengthening biosecurity, advancing environmental sustainability, and responding to evolving consumer expectations around animal welfare and production practices. While total funding varies by operation and quota holdings, the increased cost-share can significantly reduce the amount young producers need to invest out of pocket.

Applications are currently being accepted, and projects can include investments already made in recent years, making this program especially relevant for producers who have been proactively upgrading their operations. For young poultry and egg farmers looking to understand how this stream applies to their business and what types of projects qualify, a closer look at the full program details can help clarify the opportunity.