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AB Direct - Steers

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Rail: 496.50-501.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

AB Direct - Heifers

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Rail: 496.50-501.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

US Trade- Steers

Live: 230.00-232.00 (TX, KN), 240.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 380.00 (IA, NE) last week

US Trade - Heifers

Live: 230.00-232.00 (TX, KN), 240.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 380.00 (NE, IA) last week

Canadian Dollar

$73.08
0.03

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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.

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November 22, 2021 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 22, 2021

It was another week of steady prices for the western Canadian market, but prices lost ground to the U.S. market. Alberta fed prices are now estimated at around a $10.50/cwt discount to the Nebraska market and basis levels are the weakest in one year. With barley prices setting new annual highs and feedlot space tight…

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November 21, 2021 Inspiration

Recipe: Salisbury steak with mushroom gravy

Do you love comfort food like this Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy? This is a classic dish that has been around for a long time but still stands the test of time. Who doesn’t love a great burger in a rich, flavorful gravy? Have it on creamy polenta or creamy mashed potatoes and you will be in heaven.  Alberta Beef is easy to use, something…

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November 20, 2021 Business Tools

What We’re Reading | Applications for phase two of the AgriRecovery initiative open in early January

Applications for phase two of the 2021 Canada-Alberta Livestock Feed Assistance AgriRecovery initiative are set to open the first week of January. In phase two, producers can apply for additional compensation (a secondary payment) to help cover extraordinary costs over and above the phase one initial payment. This two-phased AgriRecovery initiative, which began in September…

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November 20, 2021 Current Markets & Forecasts

Fall run market factors

The dry weather this summer certainly impacted many producers’ marketing and winter feeding plans, but there was also some welcome moisture relief earlier this fall that took pressure off cow culling and allowed for a bit more orderly fall run of calves. That said fall offerings are larger, as less producers are backgrounding their calves…

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November 19, 2021 Checking in with ABP

We want to hear from you

As I sit down to write this column and share current highlights with you as the Chair of ABP, it has me thinking a great deal about what Alberta beef producers need to know is happening within our organization. But perhaps what I feel is just as important, is the fact that we need to…

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November 19, 2021 Issues & Insights

What We’re Reading | ABP check-off refunds jeopardize work

By Doug Ferguson, for The Western Producer Alberta Beef Producers is facing tough decisions about its future as an advocate for ranchers and farmers because of checkoff refunds. The organization refunds almost half the check-off dollars collected from producers. Alberta Beef Producers funding reaches critical turning point “It’s having a tremendous effect on us,” said chair…

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November 18, 2021 Checking in with ABP

All for the Beef — An update from ABP’s Brad Dubeau

Connection plays an integral role in our industry, and here at ABP we are no different. This past year our focus has been on communication and connection. Connecting and communicating with producers for re-engagement with our organization. Connecting with industry organizations and communicating with government tirelessly, on the dire drought situation facing producers. The support…

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November 17, 2021 Issues & Insights

Flooding devastates B.C. producers

Farmers and ranchers in British Columbia are dealing with the devastation of flooding and mudslides that are causing feed and milk transportation disruptions, evacuations, and forcing some livestock owners to abandon their animals. On Tuesday, the City of Abbotsford issued an urgent notice to residents of Sumas Prairie — part of the Fraser Lowland —…

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November 16, 2021 Business Tools

Alberta shifts Water Act licenses to DRAS

The Alberta Government is making changes to how Water Act licenses managed by Alberta Environment and Parks are regulated in the province. Starting November 15, some Water Act licenses will be managed through the Digital Regulatory Assurance System (DRAS). This includes all new applicants for surface water and groundwater licenses, and all applications for amendments,…

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November 15, 2021 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 15, 2021

Last week the Canfax fed steer and heifer prices closed around $155.50/cwt, the market tone was steady with the previous week. Fed cattle prices have trended sideways for the past few months. Since the start of July fed cattle prices have ranged from $150-158/cwt. Last week dressed sales were reported from $258.50-261.50/cwt FOB lot. Most…

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November 15, 2021 Checking in with ABP

ABP Magazine – Volume 1 Issue 3

In the months following publication, most of the articles in the magazine find a second home on ABP Daily. And so should the cover, and some of the many faces that make this magazine possible. Published by Brad Dubeau,Alberta Beef Producers EditorLindsay (Westren) Roberts Co-EditorLaura Laing CreativeTracy IrvingTy VansonZoe McMullen WritingBrenda Lee SchoeppBrian PerillatDianne FinstadLaura…

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November 14, 2021 Inspiration

Recipe: Instant Pot Lasagna

This ooey-gooey and very satisfying Instant Pot Lasagna can be on your table quickly and simply. Nothing beats the perfect lasagna, and now you can have a smaller version done fast in your instant pot too. We love lasagna here in many forms but making a huge pan of it can be time-consuming and exhausting. The Instant…

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Featured

  • 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: 28/07/2025

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 496.50-501.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 496.50-501.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 230.00-232.00 (TX, KN), 240.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 380.00 (IA, NE) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 230.00-232.00 (TX, KN), 240.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 380.00 (NE, IA) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 310.40

Canadian Dollar

$73.08   0.03

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