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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
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Rail: 491.75-499.75 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 491.75-499.75 FOB feedlot (last week)
US Trade- Steers
Live: 218.00-222.00 (NE, IA), 220.00-222.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 218.00-222.00 (NE, IA), 220.00-222.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Canadian Dollar
$72.14
0.19
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Delegate Nominations
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Producer Meetings
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October 20, 2021
Checking in with ABP
ACFA connects with government and community at Summer Tour Series
No doubt 2020 saw some changes in how we, as farmers and agricultural organizations, were able to interact with our local government. Usually, we would gather at a dinner, at meetings, or on our farms to celebrate those accomplishments, and discuss further visions and goals for our dynamic Alberta beef industry. Last year, in lieu…
October 20, 2021
Business Tools
Not Just a Pretty Face: Commercial heifer selection and the maternal journey from replacement to retail
Selecting commercial beef cattle replacement heifers for the herd is not based on beauty. A pretty face is just that – a pretty face. What we are looking for in the commercial herd is a working girl with serious historical data behind her. The “genes” she wears will come from a long line of females…
October 19, 2021
Innovation & Technology
Managing ag plastics long-term — can product suppliers play a bigger role?
In Canada and around the world, certain industry sectors take responsibility for managing their products and packaging when consumers/users are finished with them (typically called at ‘end of life’) so the resources can be recovered and reinvested in the economy. In these cases, a variety of market forces encourage these companies, called ‘producers’, that supply…
October 19, 2021
Business Tools
RDAR makes major investment in CBIN genetics data platform to improve efficiency and profitability of cattle producers
October 19, 2021 (Edmonton, Alberta) – Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) has invested $640,000 in a collaborative research project with the Canadian Beef Improvement Network (CBIN) to springboard the development of a unified, standardized, and producer-accessible beef cattle genetics data platform. Through this platform, CBIN will provide commercial cattle producers and the entire beef production chain…
October 18, 2021
Issues & Insights
Canadian beef producers encouraged with expanding interest in CPTPP
Canadian beef producers are encouraged with the latest interest in trade expansion through theComprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Since CPTPP came intoeffect on December 30, 2018, Canadian beef exports have increased 37 per cent in volume and 35 per cent invalue (2020 vs. 2018). From January to August 2021, exports continue to…
October 18, 2021
Business Tools
Genomics-enhanced genetic management trial looking for participants
Managing herd genetics is difficult without the right tools, and even harder when you produce crossbred cattle. Optimizing herd genetics The first part to optimizing herd genetics is selecting sires/dams with the best genes. This can be achieved by purchasing breeding stock that have the best estimated progeny differences (EPDs). However, EPDs can have low…
October 18, 2021
Checking in with ABP
New interactive learning resource to bring Guardians of the Grasslands to Canadian students
AITC-C launches Guardians of the Grasslands in the Classroom Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C), along with its 10 provincial members, is excited to launch a teaching guide with interactive resources for Guardians of the Grasslands, a documentary that explores the role that cattle play in the survival of Canada’s vanishing grasslands ecosystem. Through a funding partnership with…
October 18, 2021
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 18, 2021
Canfax fed steer and heifer prices closed last week around $156.50/cwt, fully steady with the previous week. Fed cattle prices are $21/cwt higher than last year. Last week dressed sales were reported from $260.50-263.50 FOB lot. Cattle that traded last week were being booked for the middle of November delivery. For the week ending October…
October 17, 2021
Inspiration
Recipe: Instant pot meatballs and spaghetti
Delicious Instant Pot Meatballs and Spaghetti on the table in 20 minutes?! This isn’t a drill. Up your weeknight dinner game with this delicious crowd pleasing favourite. Around here, dinner prep time is at a premium. I love making recipes that taste like they’ve been simmering for hours but are on the table in less…
October 16, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Taking care in difficult times
We are all in this together Farming and ranching have long been one of the more stressful and dangerous occupations. In addition to the physical demands in the field, there is something we don’t talk about enough and that is the emotional labour and demands of our industry. The constant worry about the animals in our…
October 14, 2021
Trailblazers
Bringing community and connection through COVID
Community service is at the core of every 4-H club, but for many, COVID-19 restrictions made coming together for community service difficult. The Millarville Stockland 4-H Club decided to take the initiative to do what they could to bring community and connection to those in their community who they felt needed it most. The club…
October 14, 2021
Innovation & Technology
New steel wrap-around RFID tags now available
Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) is announcing a new, metal wrap-around beef tag with RFID technology. The tag is produced by Shearwell Data. The microchip is overmolded in a plastic insert, allowing easy readability and uncompromised read range. In addition, Destron Fearing’s eTag (DMR RFID) has been upgraded. It now includes a fully molded outer…
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Delegate Nominations
Becoming a delegate is a great way for beef producers to expand personal and professional networks, provide leadership to the industry, and stay informed on the issues and opportunities facing the industry.
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Who could say no to a $10 supper with friends and colleagues? Join fellow cattle producers for a meal and conversations at upcoming Producer Meetings.
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Cattle Report
Updated: August 31, 2026
Steers
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Rail: 491.75-499.75 FOB feedlot (last week)
Heifers
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Rail: 491.75-499.75 FOB feedlot (last week)
Choice Steers
Live: 218.00-222.00 (NE, IA), 220.00-222.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Choice Heifers
Live: 218.00-222.00 (NE, IA), 220.00-222.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 313.12
Canadian Dollar
$72.14 0.19
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23-Nov-26 | 266 | 414 | -- |
| 21-Dec-26 | 268 | 408 | -- |
| 18-Jan-27 | 266 | 406 | -- |
| 15-Feb-27 | 266 | 398 | -- |
| 15-Mar-27 | 266 | 398 | -- |
| 12-Apr-27 | 274 | 396 | -- |
| 10-May-27 | 280 | 402 | -- |
Last Updated on August 27, 2026
