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Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

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Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

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October 16, 2023 Checking in with ABP

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 16, 2023

Alberta direct cattle sales saw scattered light trade, with dressed prices steady with the previous week at $390/cwt delivered. A few deals included a premium for 70% AAA grades that helped to firm the weighted average steer price to $233.70/cwt. Thin heifer trade was comparable with steers last week, but lacked repeatability and a weekly…

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September 20, 2023 Checking in with ABP

Providing direction at upcoming Engagement Sessions

Alberta cattle producers are invited to share their thoughts on the direction of Alberta Beef Producers at the following five Engagement Sessions: Engagement Session Location Date Location Alberta Livestock Expo Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre(Salon C)Cocktails: 6:00 p.m. Dinner: 7:00 p.m.Ticketed – Registration Required (Free) Oct. 11, 2023 Lethbridge, AB Canadian Finals RodeoWesterner Park (Frontier…

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September 11, 2023 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of September 11, 2023

The Canfax fed steer price closed the week at around $232/cwt, $0.50/cwt higher than the previous week. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $386.75‑387.50/cwt FOB the lot. Cattle that traded were being booked for the first half of October delivery. Alberta fed cash‑to‑futures basis levels weakened going from -$10.48/cwt to -$17.84/cwt. For the beginning…

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August 21, 2023 Inspiration

Alberta’s Wray Ranch receives prestigious national environmental stewardship award

Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to announce Wray Ranch, located near Irricana, Alberta, as the recipient of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) for 2023. Doug and Linda Wray, who own and operate Wray Ranch in partnership with their nephew, Tim Wray and his wife Joanne, are recognized for their focus…

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August 21, 2023 Press Releases

Alberta’s Wray Ranch receives prestigious national environmental stewardship award

August 17, 2023 Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to announce Wray Ranch, located near Irricana, Alberta, as the recipient of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) for 2023. Doug and Linda Wray, who own and operate Wray Ranch in partnership with their nephew, Tim Wray and his wife Joanne, are recognized…

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July 19, 2023 Press Releases

ABP stands in opposition to UK accession to CPTPP

July 19, 2023 – Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is standing with the Canadian Pork Council, the Canadian Cattle Association, and the Canadian Meat Council in opposition to the Government of Canada’s agreement to include the United Kingdom (UK) in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).  The UK’s current position against Canada’s animal…

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July 10, 2023 Press Releases

Wray Ranch named 2023 Environmental Stewardship Award recipients

Alberta Beef Producers along with Ducks Unlimited Canada, and the Nature Conservancy of Canada, is pleased to present Wray Ranch, owned and operated by Doug and Linda Wray and Tim and Joanne Wray and their families, with the 2023 Environmental Stewardship Award. Learn about Wray Ranch’s environmental stewardship efforts in the article written by Alberta…

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May 15, 2023 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of May 15, 2023

The Canfax fed steer and heifer price closed the week at around $230.75/cwt, mostly steady with the previous week. Fed cattle prices contnue to trade at record high levels. Fed calf supplies continue to be light and many producers were indicating calves need more days on feed before they are marketed.  Last week, dressed sales…

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March 15, 2023 Checking in with ABP

Industry partners publish Alberta Beef Competitiveness Study

The Alberta beef industry is keen to dive into results of a competitiveness study initiated last year. Alberta Beef Producers, Alberta Cattle Feeders’ Association, and Canadian Cattle Association are collaborating to share the results of the Alberta Beef Competitiveness Study, now available. The Alberta Beef Competitiveness Study has three key components. First, it identifies barriers…

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March 14, 2023 Press Releases

Industry partners announce the completion of report on resiliency in Alberta’s beef processing industry

March 14, 2023 – Alberta Beef Producers (ABP), Alberta Cattle Feeders Association (ACFA), and the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) are pleased to announce the completion of a resiliency report for Alberta’s meat processing sector as Part A of the Alberta Beef Competitiveness Study. “Building Resiliency in Alberta’s Beef Processing Industry,” inspired by growing interest in…

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March 13, 2023 Press Releases

ABP announces 2023 Board of Directors

Following a successful Annual General Meeting (AGM), Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is pleased to announce the 2023 Board of Directors: Back (L to R): Brad Dubeau (General Manager), Gary These, Lee Irvine, Doug Roxburgh, George L’Heureux, Kent Holowath, and Nanita Blomquist.  Front (L to R): Miles Wowk, Sheila Hillmer (Vice Chair), Brodie Haugan (Chair), Fred…

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December 14, 2022 Checking in with ABP

ABP speaks to Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry

Alberta Beef Producers joined the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry to witness Bill C-235 – Building a Green Prairie Economy Act on Wednesday. ABP Chair Dr. Melanie Wowk spoke to the committee Wednesday morning via Zoom. “Our hope for this legislation, and we believe for it to be truly effective at achieving a…

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Cattle Report

Updated: December 22, 2025

Steers

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Rail: 492.00-493.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 492.00-493.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 228.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 228.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 301.90

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Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
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13-Apr-26 290 444 --
11-May-26 298 446 --
08-June-26 302 444 --
06-July-26 294 -- --
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31-Aug-26 278 440 --
Last Updated on December 18, 2025