Agriculture and agri-food occupations (Version 1)
Draw: 285
Date: 2024-02-16
Program: Agriculture and agri-food occupations (Version 1)
Size: 150
CRS: 437
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About the Agriculture Category
The Agriculture and Agri-Food category under Express Entry targets workers in Canada's agricultural sector. Agriculture is a vital industry in Canada, and the sector faces significant labour shortages. This dedicated category provides a pathway to permanent residence for qualified agricultural workers.
Eligibility Requirements
- At least 12 months of full-time work experience (or equivalent part-time) within the past 3 years in an agriculture occupation.
- Experience can be in Canada or abroad, and does not need to be continuous.
- Must meet all requirements in the instructions for the draw round.
Note: Eligible NOC occupations for this category will be specified in the instructions for each draw round.
How to Apply
- Create an Express Entry profile on the IRCC website.
- Ensure your work experience matches one of the eligible NOC codes for the specific draw.
- Submit your language test results and get your CRS score.
- Wait for an agriculture category draw and receive an ITA if your score meets the cutoff.
- Submit your complete PR application within 60 days.
Pool Distribution
Total profiles in the pool: 211,273
Draw Analysis
CRS vs Previous
+51 pts
ITAs vs Previous
-250
Avg CRS (Last 5)
370
Avg Size (Last 5)
500
The Agriculture and agri-food occupations (Version 1) draw #285 issued 150 invitations with a CRS cutoff of 437 on Feb 16, 2024.
The CRS cutoff increased by 51 points compared to the previous Agriculture and agri-food occupations (Version 1) draw (#278, CRS 386, Dec 21, 2023).