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November 14, 2022
Issues & Insights
What We’re Reading | Alberta beef takes centre stage at Farmfair International
By CTV News Edmonton Animals were the star of the show this weekend, with Alberta beef cattle getting pampered and paraded at one of Canada’s top agricultural shows. Farmfair International is Alberta’s largest beef cattle show, and it kicked off Wednesday at the Edmonton Expo Centre. This year’s event is the largest since 2017, with…
November 10, 2022
Press Releases
UHF tag numbers now supported in national tracking database
Responding to a need brought forward by industry and under the direction of the Board of Directors, Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) has just launched an initiative that links non-approved Ultra High Frequency Technology (UHF) secondary tags to approved CCIA tags in the Canadian Livestock Tracking System (CLTS), database. This new feature allows UHF users…
November 10, 2022
Issues & Insights
AHEM releases new resource for non-disease related emergencies
The Animal Health Emergency Management (AHEM) project has recently released its new resource, Emergency Response Procedures for NON-DISEASE RELATED EMERGENCIES. The 10-page document was developed to provide producers and animal caregivers with guidance on preparing for and responding to: You can view, download, and print the new resource by visiting www.animalhealth.ca/resources.
November 7, 2022
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 7, 2022
Alberta fed prices have been disappointing relative to the U.S. market and a historically weak fed basis. Last week’s cash market did however establish new annual price highs. Dressed sales were reported at $304/cwt delivered, with cattle being scheduled for mid-December delivery. U.S. packer interest was quiet with no reported trade going south. For the…
November 7, 2022
Press Releases
Alberta Beef Producers and WS take home Best of CAMA Awards
This year’s innovative ‘how do you burger?’ campaign took home multiple honors from the Best of CAMA Awards by the Canadian Agri-Food Marketers Alliance. Calgary, Alberta – Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) and WS are honoured to receive five national awards as recognition for their collaboration on the summer campaign that asked Canadian consumers “how do…
October 31, 2022
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 31, 2022
The Canfax fed steer and heifer price closed the week at $181/cwt, $1/cwt higher than the previous week. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $300.00-300.50/cwt FOB the lot. Pick up dates were all over the map depending on which packer bought the cattle. Cattle were being scheduled anywhere from late November to mid-December delivery….
October 27, 2022
Checking in with ABP
ABP Funding Update
By Brad Dubeau and Melanie Wowk Since running a three-part series on ABP’s financial situation, we’ve continued to work to find a solution that will benefit Alberta’s beef industry. When the Board of Directors reviewed the latest refund report, there was some optimism around the table. A slight decrease in refunds was reflected year over…
October 25, 2022
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ABP Past Vice Chair appointed Deputy Minister
Alberta Beef Producers’ Past Vice Chair, Jason Hale, is the newly appointed Deputy Minister, Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, with the Government of Alberta. “Jason Hale brings a wealth of experience as a cow/half operator, irrigation district board chair, and former MLA,” says Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, The Honourable Nate Horner. “Agriculture is playing a…
October 25, 2022
Press Releases
ABP Past Vice Chair appointed as Deputy Minister
Alberta Beef Producers’ Past Vice Chair, Jason Hale, is newly appointed Deputy Minister, Agriculture and Irrigation, with the Government of Alberta. “Jason Hale brings a wealth of experience as a cow/half operator, irrigation district board chair, and former MLA,” said Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, The Honourable Nate Horner. “Agriculture is playing a vital role…
October 24, 2022
Checking in with ABP
Cheers to new adventures
After a valued 17 years, Alberta Beef Producers is bidding farewell to our friend, colleague and mentor, Katelyn Laverdure. Over the years, ABP has seen incredible changes, including record-setting droughts and shifts in staffing. Through those changes, Katelyn has been an invaluable resource, offering knowledge and mentorship on everything from the history of ABP to…
October 24, 2022
Checking in with ABP
ABP champions cattle industry with the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology
Alberta Beef Producers’ Chair Dr. Melanie Wowk and staff Mark Lyseng were invited to join the House of Commons of Canada’s Standing Committee on Industry and Technology this month, to discuss ranchers’ roles in the greening of the prairie economy. “It was an absolute honour to be invited to speak on behalf of Alberta’s beef…
October 24, 2022
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 24, 2022
Dressed sales last week were mostly reported at $302/cwt delivered. Cattle that traded were scheduled for late November/early December delivery. Light volumes of Alberta cattle traded to the U.S.; depending on freight and dressing percentage, cattle were working back to the $186/cwt area FOB the lot. Sales to the U.S. were at a premium over…
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Cattle Report
Updated: February 25, 2026
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| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18-May-26 | 314 | 478 | -- |
| 15-June-26 | 316 | 476 | -- |
| 13-July-26 | 310 | -- | -- |
| 10-Aug-26 | 304 | 474 | -- |
| 07-Sep-26 | 296 | 472 | -- |
| 05-Oct-26 | 296 | 474 | 596 |
| 02-Nov-26 | 288 | 464 | 594 |
Last Updated on February 19, 2026