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If you are passionate about Alberta’s cattle industry, 18 years or older, and have paid check-off in the last two years, consider running as a delegate in your zone.
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November 5, 2025
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Federal Budget 2025: Key agriculture highlights for beef producers
The Government of Canada released its 2025 federal budget on November 4, outlining several new commitments and program adjustments affecting the agriculture sector, including beef producers. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is reviewing the proposed budget and will be monitoring the vote in Parliament on November 17. Here’s a rundown of the key developments: Funding programs Budget 2025 proposes…
November 4, 2025
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Upcoming Webinar: Understanding bovine tuberculosis
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is hosting a webinar on November 17 at 7:00 p.m., with participation from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The session will focus on bovine tuberculosis (bTB) and what it means for Alberta’s cattle industry. Presenters will provide background on the disease, share the latest information on the current bTB trace-in,…
November 3, 2025
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ABP opens 2025 Young Creators Contest
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is excited to continue the Young Creators Contest for a second year – open to youth of all ages from pre-school to young adult. This contest is a unique opportunity for young people to showcase their creativity, passion, and knowledge of the beef industry through fun and engaging challenges. With tailored…
November 3, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 3, 2025
Alberta fed prices over the past eight weeks have declined $17/cwt, but the fed market is starting to show signs of stability, holding around $300/cwt. Fed prices are within $3/cwt of their second-half lows made in early July. Dressed sales were reported from $495–$505/cwt delivered. All Western Canadian packers bought cattle, but competition on the cash market was somewhat limited….
November 3, 2025
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A delegate’s perspective on getting involved
ABP delegate nominations are open, and Brenda Rosadiuk, Central Zone Delegate and ABP’s Finance Chair, is encouraging producers to consider putting their name forward. “Serving as a delegate is one of the best ways for a producer to get involved in our industry,” said Rosadiuk, in a recent Cattle Country radio segment. “You get to…
October 28, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
The foundation for market access is built on-farm
Alberta’s beef sector has been relatively fortunate, compared to poultry and swine, having experienced few incursions of rapidly spreading diseases with high rates of mortality. That said, we all remember BSE and the devastating, long-lasting impact it had on our industry. We are a sector that relies on trade. Around 40–50 per cent of our…
October 27, 2025
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NRCB updates Abandonment and Permit Cancellations Policy
The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) has released an updated Abandonment and Permit Cancellations Policy. The updated policy provides clarity on when abandonment of a confined feeding operation or manure storage facility should be considered. Key changes include: Members of the Policy Advisory Group were consulted during the update process, and their feedback is reflected in the final…
October 27, 2025
Health & Production
New data sheds light on changing face of cow-calf management in Canada
A new report from the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) provides a comprehensive look at management practices and performance trends across Canadian cow-calf operations. The Canadian Cow-Calf Adoption Rates and Performance Levels Report is based on multiple survey sources and academic studies. It was developed for BCRC by Canfax Research Services. It tracks adoption trends…
October 27, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 27, 2025
Western Canadian and U.S. prices have been moving in opposite directions as of late. Weighted average fed prices closed $1.00–$2.00/cwt lower in Western Canada last week. Very light dressed sales were reported from $505.00–$508.00/cwt delivered. Competition on the cash market was limited, with one major packer not bidding. Cattle that traded were scheduled for delivery…
October 23, 2025
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CCA requests termination of Canada-UK trade deal
The Canadian Cattle Association is calling on the Government of Canada to terminate the Canada–UK Continuity Agreement. Despite commitments made under the agreement, the UK continues to block Canadian beef exports while its own beef exports to Canada have surged. CCA says it’s time to “stand up for Canadian beef producers” and pursue truly reciprocal…
October 23, 2025
Health & Production
Cattle industry highlights from RDAR’s Impact Report
The RDAR 2025 Impact Report highlights how producer-led research is advancing Alberta’s agriculture industry — including major gains for the beef cattle sector. Here are five takeaways for cattle producers. 1. Genomics are reshaping Alberta beef. More than 12,000 cattle from 54 herds have been genotyped through RDAR-funded research led by Dr. John Basarab at…
October 21, 2025
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Copithorne-Barnes honoured by U of C
Alberta rancher and industry leader Cherie Copithorne-Barnes has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws (Hon. LLD) from the University of Calgary, recognizing her leadership in ranching sustainability and community collaboration. As CEO of CL Ranches Ltd., a fourth-generation and 138-year-old family operation, Copithorne-Barnes has balanced tradition with innovation — from pioneering stewardship standards to…
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Updated: November 5, 2025
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| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
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| 26-Jan-26 | 290 | 444 | -- |
| 23-Feb-26 | 288 | 436 | -- |
| 23-Mar-26 | 288 | 434 | -- |
| 20-April-26 | 292 | 432 | -- |
| 18-May-26 | 300 | 434 | -- |
| 15-June-26 | 302 | 430 | -- |
| 13-July-26 | 290 | -- | -- |
Last Updated on October 30, 2025