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Rail: 327.00-330.00 (NE, IA) last week

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Rail: 327.00-330.00 (IA, NE) last week

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April 10, 2025 Issues & Insights

The future of water in Western Canadian agriculture

What happens when your most reliable water source melts away? That’s the urgent question at the heart of this episode of The Bovine podcast, hosted by Kara Mastel and brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers. This week’s guest, Dr. John Pomeroy, offers a deep dive into the future of water in the Canadian Prairies…

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April 1, 2025 Health & Production

What you need to know about bovine tuberculosis investigations 

In late November 2024, a six-year-old cow infected with bovine tuberculosis (bTB) was detected at slaughter. This animal was traced back to a premise in Saskatchewan, where more positive animals were detected. As part of rigorous eradication protocols, a thorough disease investigation must occur to maintain Canada’s current international trade opportunities. Updates on the current…

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March 31, 2025 Checking in with ABP

From Cattle Rancher to Industry Leader: Doug Roxburgh intends to make a difference

Imagine leading Alberta Beef Producers’ Board of Directors while juggling feed runs and national policy meetings. In Season 3 Episode 5 of The Bovine podcast, brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers, host Kara Mastel sits down with Doug Roxburgh, the newly elected Chair of Alberta Beef Producers (ABP), to talk about leadership, resilience, and…

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March 28, 2025 News

New amendments to recreational access regulation enhance land management and accessibility in Alberta

Minister of Alberta Forestry and Parks, Todd Loewen, signed an Order in Council to amend the Recreational Access Regulation, which oversees recreational access to grazing leases in Alberta. This amendment introduces several significant changes aimed at improving the management and accessibility of these lands. One of the key updates is the addition of a purpose…

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March 20, 2025 Checking in with ABP

A Year in Review: Behind the scenes at Alberta Beef Producers

What’s been happening behind the scenes at Alberta Beef Producers? In this episode of The Bovine, host Kara Mastel takes us inside Alberta Beef Producers’ (ABP) 2024 Year in review. Recorded at the end of the year, this discussion features key ABP staff as they reflect on the major issues, projects, and policies shaping the…

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March 6, 2025 Health & Production

Beyond the Bull Catalogue: What every rancher needs to know

As we dive into bull sale season, cattle producers face a critical question: how do you find the right herd bull to meet your operation’s goals? In Season 3, Episode 3, of The Bovine podcast, brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers, host Kara Mastel is joined by Dr. Carling Matejka, a veterinarian with Veterinary…

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March 5, 2025 Checking in with ABP

ABP announces 2025 Board of Directors

Following a successful Annual General Meeting (AGM), Alberta Beef Producers is pleased to announce the 2025 Board of Directors. The 2024 Board’s first meeting was called to order following the AGM, where Directors elected the Executive, with: In addition to networking with ABP delegates, AGM attendees heard updates from staff, saw discussion on resolutions, and had…

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February 14, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Join us at ABP’s 2025 Annual General Meeting

Save the date! Join Alberta Beef Producers at our Annual General Meeting to connect with delegates, staff, beef producers, and industry representatives. For the second year, we are holding the AGM to coincide with the Alberta Beef Industry Conference in Calgary, AB. Please feel free to join in-person or online from the tractor, office, or…

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February 11, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Extreme weather calls for smart cattle management strategies

What happens when the temperature swings from -30°C to +5°C in just a few days? For cattle producers, these rapid fluctuations need to be managed to mitigate the risks to herd health, nutrition, and overall performance. In the newest episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel sits down with Dr. Brittany Smith, Consulting Ruminant Nutritionist with…

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January 27, 2025 Issues & Insights

Tariff trouble: What it means for Canadian cattle producers

In the first episode of the third season of The Bovine podcast, host Kara Mastel tackles one of the many concerns facing Canadian cattle producers today — potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. With newly inaugurated U.S. President Donald Trump reiterating his threat to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian imports, the beef…

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January 22, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Canadian Cattle Association calls for diplomatic solutions in face of potential tariffs

In conversation with media after his inauguration on January 20, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly suggested a 25 per cent tariff on all products imported into the United States from Canada could be announced as soon as February 1.   The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is expressing disappointment over the comments.   “The United States and Canada…

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January 14, 2025 Checking in with ABP

ABP launches Young Creators contest

Editors note: The contest deadline has been extended from February 24th to March 7, 2025. Unleash Your Creativity! Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is excited to introduce the Young Creators contest, an opportunity to showcase your creativity, passion, and knowledge of the beef industry! With tailored challenges and amazing prizes, this contest is designed to inspire…

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Cattle Report

Updated: 14/04/2025

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 472.00-473.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 472.00-473.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 204.00 (KN, TX), 208.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 327.00-330.00 (NE, IA) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 204.00 (KN, TX), 208.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 327.00-330.00 (IA, NE) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 272.06

Canadian Dollar

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Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
26-May-25 268 374 --
23-Jun-25 270 370 --
21-Jul-25 262 -- --
18-Aug-25 258 374 --
15-Sep-25 256 378 --
13-Oct-25 254 274 436
10-Nov-25 250 370 432
Last Updated on February 27, 2025