Feeder Associations of Alberta celebrate 50 years of service

As the Feeder Associations of Alberta (FAA) celebrate nearly 50 years of service, they continue to provide essential loans to livestock producers in their communities. From January 30th to February 1st, the 45 local Feeder Associations will gather in Red Deer to discuss business and future planning. “By partnering in livestock financing, our associations have significantly contributed to the growth of Alberta’s livestock industry by making credit more accessible and flexible,” says Craig Guthrie, Executive Director of FAA. With agricultural financing becoming increasingly challenging, the Feeder Associations’ emphasis on ease of approval value, and accessibility has driven growth. In 2024, FAA loans accounted for 20 per cent of Alberta’s agricultural lending market, marking one of the largest years on record. The organization has a rich history dating back to 1936, when the Feeder Association Loan Guarantee Program was first established. It provides financial resources and industry