Not all mineral supplements are created equal. Two products may look similar, but differences in nutrient concentrations, recommended feeding rates and ingredients can affect how much nutrition cattle actually receive. A new resource from the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) helps producers make sense of mineral supplement labels and compare products based on their herd’s…
Alberta fed steers and heifers closed the week $1.00/cwt lower than last week. Fed prices have been moving sideways for the last five weeks. Seasonally, Western Canadian fed prices are expected to continue to move sideways through November with a slight pickup in December. Dressed sales were reported from $490.00–$500.00/cwt delivered, steady to $10.00/cwt lower…
Traceability Working Group Following resolutions passed at the ABP Annual General Meeting in March, a Traceability Working Group (TWG) was established to examine the Canadian cattle traceability system. The group convened twice over the summer, facilitated by the Ag Advisory Council. The TWG focused on a clear mandate: to identify ways to advance cattle traceability…
Harvest is winding down across Alberta, with producers making good progress despite a growing season that delivered its share of weather-related hurdles. According to Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, major crops are now about 88 per cent harvested across the province. While periods of rain, slow crop development, and, more recently, frost and snow delayed harvest…
Those interested must apply before the Oct. 31 deadline. Applications are being accepted for the 2027 Business Mentorship Network (BMN) offered by Young Agrarians. The program pairs newer farmers with experienced producers for one-on-one mentorship focused on farm business management. Participants receive approximately 30 hours of mentorship over the course of a year and have…
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Minister Heath MacDonald spent the week in Brussels, Belgium, and Paris, France, participating in meetings with European officials, industry representatives, and G7 agriculture ministers. The visit included meetings with officials from the European Commission and European Parliament, as well as discussions with European industry stakeholders. Trade and regulatory issues affecting…
Before ice settles over farm and ranch dugouts, a fall inspection can help producers protect water quality, check equipment, and prepare for reliable winter livestock watering. Whether a dugout supplies water year-round or serves seasonal pastures, checking its condition now provides an opportunity to address maintenance needs before winter makes access more difficult. Alberta Agriculture’s Quality…
New examples of how your check-off dollars are working for you Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off dollars that beef producers allocate to research help fund a variety of studies—from keeping cattle healthy and improving pasture productivity to boosting feed efficiency and ensuring high-quality beef. This article is part of an ongoing series that highlights recent research…
After a year away on parental leave, Kara Mastel is back behind the microphone for The Bovine podcast. To kick off the new season, she sat down with Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) General Manager Brad Dubeau to talk about what he’s hearing from producers across the province and the issues generating the most discussion this…
Alberta cattle exhibitors were well represented among the champions at the 2026 Olds Fall Classic, held October 2-4 at the Olds Regional Exhibition Megadome. The annual show brought participants together for three days of breed competitions and the Stars of Tomorrow Jackpot Show, providing an opportunity to showcase breeding stock and recognize the work behind…
As Alberta looks ahead to continued population growth and increasing demand for water, the province is moving forward with two studies focused on water storage and future supply needs. The work comes as communities, industry and agriculture face growing pressure on existing water resources, particularly in areas where demand is expected to increase over the…
The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $297/cwt live, mostly steady with the previous week. Fed cattle prices have chopped sideways for the past month. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers but competition on the cash market was limited. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $495.00–$497.50/cwt FOB the…
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