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Wildfire Updates and Resources
ABP has developed curated lists of wildfire resources for livestock owners in Alberta. Find quick links to emergency alerts and our latest articles on ABP Daily or head to AlbertaBeef.org for long-term resources related to emergency preparedness.
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Finding Support
If you need someone to talk to but you're not sure where to go, have a look through some important resources from across Canada.
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December 12, 2021
Inspiration
Recipe: Instant Pot beef stew
This is the best Instant Pot beef stew recipe around! It’s easy, healthy, and exceptionally delicious. With tender beef, a flavorful broth, and hearty veggies like carrots and potatoes, it’s going to be a family favorite! Prep Time: 15 min Cooking Time: 45 min Additional Time: 15 min Total Time: 1 hour 15 min Servings: 6 Ingredients 1 tablespoon…
December 10, 2021
Health & Production
Producer feedback to inform disease risk and vaccination initiative
An initiative supported by the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is looking to help reduce disease risk in western Canadian beef herds. As part of the process, project collaborators would like to hear from you. The link below is to a producer survey which will ask you a series of questions to gather your thoughts…
December 9, 2021
Issues & Insights
Government of Canada launches AgriCommunication Initiative
On Thursday, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau, launched the AgriCommunication Initiative with up to $8 million over three years “to support projects that promote consumer awareness of the strengths of the agriculture sector.” “Consumers have a growing interest in learning more about where homegrown agricultural products come from and how they’re made,” said…
December 9, 2021
Issues & Insights
Consumers have no beef with feeding food waste to cattle
Consumers really do eat up the idea of cattle consuming food waste. So much so, that a recent survey showed that consumers across the country seemed to warm up to the idea of beef production practices in Canada when they were related to a challenge they undertake in their homes everyday. The survey, conducted by…
December 8, 2021
Business Tools
Canada announces nearly $200,000 for VBP+
This week, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau announced the Government of Canada is providing nearly $200,000 in funding to Verified Beef Production Plus (VBP+). “Canadian cattle producers care for their animals and our environment,” said Bibeau. “Canada’s beef industry, through the leadership of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association and it’s Verified Beef Production Plus…
December 8, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Repercussions of check-off refunds reach beyond ABP
This is part two of a three-part series. You can find part one in the September issue of ABP, and on ABP Daily. With the drastic cuts made to the 2021 budget, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is no longer able to support external organizations at levels we have in the past. Funding to three organizations…
December 7, 2021
Issues & Insights
Invitation to a longer table with beef at the centre of the plate
At the heart of every beef operation is her people. Those passionate and committed persons who strive to produce the best possible food. Behind the hard-working cow calf, yearling, backgrounding and cattle-feeding operators, are families and teams of employees, scientists, farmers, veterinarians and a multitude of service providers. Like most things in life, they are in integrated…
December 6, 2021
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of December 6, 2021
The excitement around the Western Canadian fed market pales in comparison to what has occurred in the U.S. with prices there gaining $13/cwt over the past five weeks and trading at the highest levels since September 2015. Alberta fed prices are estimated at a $16/cwt discount to the Nebraska market, the weakest basis seen this…
December 6, 2021
Trailblazers
Simple steps to VBP+ certification
Keeping track of livestock records doesn’t need to be complicated. A simple school binder is all Sue Giles uses to keep track of health records for their southern Alberta ranch and ensure it meets EU and VBP+ certification. For three years, Giles has kept track of the health information for their almost 1,000-head Black Angus…
December 5, 2021
Inspiration
Recipe: Cabbage rolls with dill and roasted red pepper
This Cabbage Roll recipe features rice and beef filled cabbage leaves covered in a dill-icious tomato sauce and baked to perfection. Make your own cabbage rolls like a Baba. Prep Time: 45 min Cooking Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 45 min Servings: 6 Ingredients 1 head of cabbage; cored 1 750 ml jar…
December 4, 2021
Issues & Insights
Cargill workers vote in favour of new contract
Unionized workers at Cargill High River have accepted the company’s new offer, according to UFCW Local 401. Voting wrapped up on Saturday, with 71 percent in favour of the contract. “The contract is the best of its kind and presented unprecedented gains in this time of economic and political uncertainty and during the biggest health…
December 3, 2021
Checking in with ABP
United Nations Food Systems Summit: The Canadian Beef Perspective
Canada’s beef industry has an impressive and unique story to tell for its leadership in sustainability. The recent United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) provided an excellent global platform to amplify the beef cattle sector’s positive contributions towards the environment and healthy, sustainable diets. The UNFSS was a historic event aimed at driving solutions-orientated discussions…
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Wildfire Updates and Resources
ABP has developed curated lists of wildfire resources for livestock owners in Alberta. Find quick links to emergency alerts and our latest articles on ABP Daily or head to AlbertaBeef.org for long-term resources related to emergency preparedness.
Wildfire Updates -
Finding Support
If you need someone to talk to but you're not sure where to go, have a look through some important resources from across Canada.
Learn More
Cattle Report
Updated: 25/07/2025
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Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 313.73
Canadian Dollar
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20-Oct-25 | 280 | 438 | -- |
| 17-Nov-25 | 276 | 436 | -- |
| 15-Dec-25 | 278 | 420 | -- |
| 9-Feb-26 | 276 | 414 | -- |
| 9-Mar-26 | 274 | 410 | -- |
| 6-Apr-26 | 274 | 406 | -- |
Last Updated on July 24, 2025