Feeder cattle financing built for practical livestock operations.
The Feeders Division helps eligible producers finance feeder cattle and keep operations moving with practical support and clear communication.
Finance Feeder Cattle with Confidence.
Competitive rates and flexible terms for feeder cattle purchases — from auction to feedlot.
Eligible Livestock
Feeder cattle including steers, heifers, young feeder bulls — no breeding bulls — and cows fed in dry lot.
Loan Details
Minimum loan amount is $5,000. Maximum up to $1,000,000 per yard, with larger loans possible upon joint approval.
Term
Loan term is 365 days, with no early payout penalties.
Program Particulars
- $200 lifetime non-refundable membership fee.
- $12 per head administration charges.
- One-time setup fee of $125 for Security Agreement registration.
- All financed cattle carry the Foothills Livestock Co-op brand.
- Must own land or have a co-applicant that does.
- Floating interest rate: CIBC Prime Rate plus 0.5%.
- A 10% pooled security deposit is required.
Branding, Protection & Sale
- All feeder cattle must be branded with the Foothills brand.
- Private treaty sales require a Certified Brand Inspection payable by the Member before branding.
- Mandatory Full Protection Mortality applies.
- Premium is 1% of loan; deductible will apply.
- Feeder cattle must be manifested to Foothills Livestock Co-op on account of the member.
- Notice should be given before selling cattle.
Custom Feedlot Agreement
If cattle are being fed in a custom feedlot, the member signs a Feedlot Agreement Waiver with the feedlot owner. The form can be obtained from the Foothills Livestock Co-op office.
Ready to explore feeder financing?
Call or message the Foothills team to discuss feeder cattle financing. Get program details, confirm eligibility, and take the next step.
Apply for Financing
Two steps. Choose the application that fits your situation, then complete the FCC Producer Consent — it is required with every application, individual or business.
Feeders Individual Loan Application
Complete application package for individual producers applying for cattle financing.
Open FormFeeders Business Loan Application
Application package for business entities, partnerships, or corporations seeking cattle financing.
Open FormFeeders FCC Producer Consent
RequiredOfficial Farm Credit Canada producer consent form. Every application must include it — individual or business, no exceptions. An application sent without the consent form cannot be processed. This is the same consent form for Breeders and Feeders, so one copy covers you either way.
Claim Forms
File a claim for feeder cattle losses covered under the protection plan.
Feeders Full Mortality Claim
Submit a full mortality claim for feeder cattle losses covered under the protection plan.
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