AgriStability protects against production loss, increased input costs, and changing market conditions covering the full spectrum of risks that can reduce farm profitability. The program provides support when a producer’s income margin falls below 70% of their historical average, covering $0.80 for every $1.00 of additional decline, up to a maximum payment of $3 million.
The provincial and federal governments have opened late participation for the 2026 AgriStability Program to help producers manage business risks from wet conditions this season. Excessive moisture conditions have impacted producers beyond the original April 30 enrolment deadline. Producers can now sign up for the program until October 1, 2026.
Participants who enroll through late participation, and qualify for a benefit, will have their benefit reduced by 20%. Factors such as reduced income, increased expenses or reduced inventory are used to determine potential benefits.
RMA encourages farmers and ranchers who missed the April 30 deadline and who have experienced significant losses to take advantage of late participation opportunity. Producers can sign up for AgriStability and access benefits through the Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC).
For more information, contact RMA’s Policy and Advocacy Team at advocacy@rmalberta.com or 825.319.2383.