The Calgary Stampede has announced that Tyler Ritchie has accepted the role of Ranch Manager within its Agriculture & Western Events team. Reporting to Brett Warder, Manager of Agriculture and Western Events Operations, Ritchie will oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the historic OH Ranch in Longview, Alberta. “Tyler brings an impressive depth of…

Last week, the Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $293/cwt live, $2/cwt lower than the previous week. Fed prices are at the lowest point since May. Light trade was reported with dressed sales from $487.50–493.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. All Western Canadian packers bought cattle, but competition on the cash market was limited….

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is proud to support the next generation of agricultural leaders through our annual partnership with 4-H Alberta. For 2025, ABP is thrilled to celebrate six ABP scholarship recipients through this program : Abbey Slorstad, Hannah Turner, Chance Scott, Davis Gottenbos, Rebecca Felske and Madeline Wiens. Supporting the next generation. Top row (L-R):…

The Intensive Livestock Working Group (ILWG) is an industry coordination catalyst, representing Alberta Beef Producers, Alberta Cattle Feeders Association, Alberta Pork, Alberta Milk, Egg Farmers of Alberta, Alberta Hatching Egg Producers, Alberta Chicken Producers, and Alberta Turkey Producers. Together, we unite the livestock sector in addressing environmental, regulatory, and public trust issues that impact both…

Mental health conversations in agriculture often happen only when things reach a breaking point — and that’s something Erica Parker wants to change.  Parker works as a Canadian Certified Counsellor at Lakeland College with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and has spent years working with farmers and ranchers. She wants people to know…

Last week, the Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $294.50/cwt live, $4.50/cwt lower than the previous week. From their highs in September, fed prices have declined $22/cwt. Light trade was reported with dressed sales from $490.25–496.00/cwt FOB the feedlot. All Western Canadian packers bought cattle, but competition on the cash market was…

One of Alberta’s most anticipated agricultural showcases, Farmfair International, is officially underway this week at the Edmonton EXPO Centre, running November 5–8. The annual event brings together producers, youth, and a range of attendees — including consumers — to celebrate the best of Alberta agriculture. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) — once again serving as a…

With harvest wrapped up, another important deadline is quickly approaching: delegate nominations for Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) close on November 15. ABP relies on its delegates to represent the voice of cattle producers across the province. Delegates bring forward ideas, concerns, and opportunities from their zones to help guide ABP’s programs, policies, and advocacy efforts. “ABP’s strength…