Agriculture Wildlife Program

Agriculture Wildlife Program is sponsored by Province of British Columbia. Offers compensation for crop and livestock losses caused by wildlife damage, helping to minimize the impact of these uncontrollable factors.

Agriculture Wildlife Program - Province of British Columbia Agriculture Wildlife Program Last updated on July 9, 2026 The Agriculture Wildlife Program (AWP) helps farmers recover from wildlife damage to eligible harvested and unharvested crops, and livestock. Producers who are enrolled in AWP can receive up to 80% compensation when crop and livestock losses are caused by eligible wildlife not held in captivity.

Budgetary constraints may result in compensation levels or methodology being adjusted. Producers who have purchased Production Insurance are already covered under the Agriculture Wildlife Program. April 30: Irrigated / Multiple Cuts June 15: Dryland / Single Cut Must have prior loss inspection completed.

Contact the regional office nearest to you to learn how the Agriculture Wildlife Program can help protect your crops, sheep and cattle from wildlife-related losses. Producers not already enrolled in Production Insurance who want to participate in the Agriculture Wildlife Program will need to follow best practices and apply by the program deadline.

Qualifying applicants will require: ​Proof of BC Assessment Farm Status Proof of land ownership or a valid lease Tax reporting number so payments can be issued Contact the regional office closest to you to learn more about this valuable program. AWP manages the wildlife damage compensation program. For wildlife management concerns, please contact the appropriate authorities using the links below.

Ministry of Water, Land and Resource stewardship contacts Canadian Wildlife Service contact information Learn about Agriculture Risk Management Programs Protect your crops against unpredictable weather events like hail, frost, and flooding to ensure financial security during growing seasons Low-cost, flexible program that provides financial support when your income drops below a certain threshold.

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