2026 Veal
premium rates
| Veal
category
|
Unit |
Coverage level |
| 80% |
90% |
95% |
100% |
| Veal cattle |
$/head |
4.57 |
8.32 |
10.68 |
13.32 |
Note: The RMP Fund combines the cost-share premiums paid by farmers with annual funding from the Ontario government. Any money that has not been paid out in claims at year end carries over to the next year. Starting in 2026, rates will gradually increase to return to the program’s intended cost-share model and to align with increased government funding.
The minimum annual premium for veal cattle is $25.
Premium =
premium rate x number of head enrolled
Payment rates
Payment rates are based on the difference between the support level and the average market price for the payment calculation period. The payment rate used to calculate your payment will be shown on your payment calculation summary.
Support levels and market prices
The support level is based on the industry target price multiplied by your chosen coverage level. The cost of production is calculated by
the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, based on the sum of livestock purchase costs, feed costs and yardage.
Market prices for each livestock category are collected and calculated by the ministry.
Both support levels and market prices are calculated every week and will vary from week to week. The support level and market price are based on the reported date of sale.
