FCC Enhances Transition Loan to Support Farm Ownership Transfers

Jul 07, 2025

New flexible terms aim to ease the next wave of generational farm transitions

With more than $50 billion in Canadian farm assets projected to change hands over the next decade, Farm Credit Canada (FCC) has updated its Transition Loan to better support farm and agribusiness ownership transfers — including those critical to the future of pork production in Canada.

Designed to address the financial complexity of succession planning, the enhanced loan product features flexible 10-year payout options for sellers and no-down-payment terms for buyers, making it easier for both sides of a transaction to move forward.

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Video: PRRS Eradication Strategies - Dr. DeBuse and Dr. Tousignant

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Neil DeBuse from Kalmbach Feeds and Dr. Steve Tousignant from Vaxxinova US discuss PRRS management strategies, recombination risks, whole genome sequencing, and the role of autogenous immunization programs in swine systems. They highlight practical approaches to improving immunity, reducing outbreaks, and advancing PRRS control across production systems. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Being PRRS negative sooner is a real key for eradication because every additional positive week increases production losses and viral exposure risks." - Dr. Neil DeBuse

Meet the guest: Dr. Neil DeBuse is a veterinarian at Kalmbach Feeds with more than 30 years of experience in swine health and production. His work focuses on PRRS control, biosecurity, immunity, and improving production stability across commercial swine systems in the United States and internationally.

Dr. Steve Tousignant is Director of the Swine Business Unit and Technical Services Veterinarian at Vaxxinova US, with a DVM and PhD from the University of Minnesota. His experience combines epidemiology, technical services, and practical immunization strategies designed to support consistent herd performance and long-term production stability. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the Swine Inner Circle!