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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
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Rail: 501.50-504.50 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 501.50-504.50 FOB feedlot (last week)
US Trade- Steers
Live: 235.00-236.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA) last week
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 235.00-236.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA) last week
Canadian Dollar
$72.65
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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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July 20, 2021
Checking in with ABP
CCA’s Virtual Town Hall available on YouTube
On Monday, Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) hosted a producer town hall on drought and wildfire. The event started with an update on the immediate relief measures requested of federal and provincial governments. Then, Provincial Cattle Associations provided local updates on their situations. The whole group then took questions from participants. In the following recording, you’ll hear from…
July 20, 2021
Trailblazers
Realizing new opportunity through ranch branded retail
March 2020 was the month Trish Tetz, of Tetz Cattle, a fourth generation beef and grain farm located near Three Hills, AB, was set to launch her new Craft Beef Company, offering curated boxes of meat delivered straight to the consumer’s door. She had no idea the timing of their opening would coincide with a world-wide…
July 20, 2021
Press Releases
CCA with the support of CCGA and GGC request temporary but immediate drought related actions on crop insurance
Calgary, AB – Severe drought conditions are creating significant concerns for beef, grain and oilseed producers in the prairie provinces and parts of B.C. and Ontario. Extreme temperatures and below average rainfall have deteriorated pasture, hay and crops, creating limited feed resources and have some beef producers struggling to maintain their herd sizes. A top priority for beef producers is to maintain the cattle herd…
July 17, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Seeking producer feedback on CRSB Framework
Thanks to those of you who participated in the CRSB’s workshop on June 16 for the Consultation on the Certified Sustainable Beef Framework. We appreciate your contributions to our conversations on new trends and ways to improve the Framework. Canadian Beef Industry sets ambitious goals for 2030 As part of the engagement process in our…
July 15, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Ottawa ready to receive formal submissions for AgriRecovery
The federal government is ready to receive formal submissions for AgriRecovery, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau tweeted, following a Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture meeting, Thursday. Minister Bibeau shared that the federal government is ready to help, asked provinces to invoke the late participation provision of AgriStability, and urged the prairies to…
July 15, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Join CCA, ABP for virtual town halls
Editor’s Update: If you missed the town halls, they are now available online: CCA’s Drought and Wildfire Relief and ABP’s Dealing with Drought. Please join us for two town hall discussions, to discuss drought and wildfire relief on both a national and provincial level. Monday, July 19, 2021 – 11:00 a.m. PDT / 12:00 p.m….
July 15, 2021
Press Releases
CCA and provincial associations support Ministers’ meeting and call for action on relief measures
The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association and Provincial Cattle Associations support FPT Ministers’ meeting on drought and wildfire conditions and call for prompt action on relief measures Calgary, AB – Beef producers in parts of Ontario, the prairie provinces and British Columbia are facing severe drought conditions. Extreme temperatures and below average rainfall are already creating feed…
July 15, 2021
Checking in with ABP
In the News | Spreading awareness of drought on the prairies
As part of our work in pushing forward on the first steps to triggering AgriRecovery Framework, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is working with industry stakeholders, government officials, and the media. Saving the Herd: Beef producers urging government action on drought relief This week, we’ve been invited to discussions with mainstream media, as well as agricultural…
July 14, 2021
Press Releases
Supporting sustainable beef sector growth
Alberta’s government and the beef sector are partnering to ensure Canada’s beef industry continues to grow sustainably and remains competitive. Alberta is a key beef supplier to local and international markets and improving our competitiveness is critical to supporting the Alberta Beef and Canada Beef brands. Alberta’s government is partnering with the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association,…
July 13, 2021
Checking in with ABP
BCRC develops carbon-inspired webpage
The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) has published a new webpage dedicated to the relationship between beef cattle and the carbon cycle. “This page was developed for beef producers who are interested in gaining a better understanding of carbon dynamics and what they can do on their operations to increase carbon sequestration and reduce emissions,”…
July 12, 2021
Issues & Insights
Manure releases on confined feeding operations: response and prevention
With the historic heat wave hovering over Alberta in past weeks many of us have been longing for rain to cool things off and revive crops. But heavy rains can increase the risk of a manure release. A release of manure from a confined feeding operation (CFO) is a serious issue that needs to be…
July 12, 2021
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of July 12, 2021
Alberta direct cattle sales saw moderate volume trade last week with weighted average prices closing $2.28 and $3.14/cwt lower than the previous week for steers and heifers respectively. Dressed prices were generally $3-4/cwt lower than the previous week’s rail average in a full $258-263/cwt delivered trade range. Light live trade was reported comparable with rail…
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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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Cattle Report
Updated: 05/08/2025
Steers
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Rail: 501.50-504.50 FOB feedlot (last week)
Heifers
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Rail: 501.50-504.50 FOB feedlot (last week)
Choice Steers
Live: 235.00-236.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA) last week
Choice Heifers
Live: 235.00-236.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA) last week
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 311.06
Canadian Dollar
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27-Oct-25 | 292 | 450 | -- |
| 24-Nov-25 | 288 | 440 | -- |
| 22-Dec-25 | 290 | 430 | -- |
| 19-Jan-26 | 288 | 430 | -- |
| 16-Feb-26 | 286 | 424 | -- |
| 16-Mar-26 | 284 | 420 | -- |
| 13-Apr-26 | 286 | 418 | -- |
Last Updated on July 31, 2025