Supporting cross-border cattle industry connections Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) hosted a meeting of state and provincial cattle groups in Nashville, TN on Monday, to coincide with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Cattle Industry Convention and Tradeshow (CattleCon). The meeting brought together representatives from U.S. state cattle associations and Canadian provincial organizations, along with others from across the beef value chain, as an opportunity to build and strengthen relationships at…
The protection of species at risk in Alberta plays a larger role in the lives of landowners than one might think. The grasslands ecosystem is an essential part of Alberta’s culture, heritage, and economy, providing ranchers with sustainable livelihoods. But grasslands don’t function without every species working together. Each species plays a role in this…
Mentorship isn’t a buzzword in Canadian beef. It’s the backbone. From the moment I was paired with my mentor, Stacey Domolewski, it was evident that this wasn’t someone who would just offer advice, but would go the extra mile every step of the way. Our “quick” coffee visits quickly became hours chatting about cows, creativity,…
As Alberta Beef Producers continues to hold producer meetings across the province, strong turnout and thoughtful discussion are shaping the conversation. ABP Vice Chair Kent Holowath (left) leads the ABP Producer Meeting at Fort Macleod From policy concerns to day-to-day operational realities, producers are using these meetings to share what matters most. ABP Vice Chair…
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) are concerned about Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) reductions affecting research farms, facilities, programs and research expertise at Nappan (Nova Scotia), Quebec City (Quebec) and Lacombe (Alberta). We recognize the fiscal pressures facing the federal government; however, the cuts will have far-reaching impacts…
Last week, the Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $304/cwt live, $2/cwt higher than the previous week. Over the past two months, fed prices have rallied $20/cwt. Light trade was reported with dressed sales ranging from $505.25–506.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Cattle that traded were being scheduled anywhere from immediate to late February…
Recently announced budget cuts at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada raise important questions about the impact to beef and forage work done in support of the industry. Media reports indicate AAFC facilities tied to beef and forage research are among those facing capacity reductions or even closures as part of cuts announced under the 2025 federal…
Farmers and ranchers across Alberta and the Peace region of B.C. are invited to take part in a new survey conducted by the Alberta AgriSystems Living Lab. The survey is designed to track how the adoption of beneficial management practices (BMPs) has changed since the Living Lab started in 2022. The results will help program…
The first 24 hours of a beef calf’s life are the most vulnerable. During the Beef Cattle Research Council’s webinar, Early Calf Life Survival, Dr. Roger Richard of Shoal Lake Veterinary Clinic, Dr. Claire Windeyer from University of Calgary Veterinary Medicine and Heidi Bennett with W.A. Ranches discussed navigating calving and the critical early life…
The Alberta AgriSystems Living Lab (AALL) continues to strengthen collaboration between producers, researchers, and partners across Alberta to test, refine, and share innovative best management practices (BMPs) that enhance resilience and profitability on crop, livestock and forage operations. Most of the core producers implementing BMPs through the AALL were in their third field season in…
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is in ongoing discussions with Alberta’s Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation regarding the proposed regulations on traceability. These discussions included a conversation between General Manager Brad Dubeau and Deputy Minister Jason Hale late Friday. DM Hale has discussed the current situation with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), and the CFIA…
Alberta fed steers and heifers closed the week at $303.00/cwt and $301.00/cwt respectively, steady with the previous week. Dressed sales were reported from $505.00–508.00/cwt delivered, mostly at $508.00/cwt, also steady with the previous week. Competition on the cash market was limited. Cattle that traded were scheduled anywhere from immediate to the second half of February…