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January 21, 2026 Business Tools
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January 21, 2026 Inspiration
Lacombe’s Isabella Sweet named 2026 Premier’s Award recipient
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January 21, 2026
Inspiration
Lacombe’s Isabella Sweet named 2026 Premier’s Award recipient
4-H Alberta has named Isabella Sweet of Lacombe as the 2026 Premier’s Award recipient, recognizing her outstanding leadership and commitment to the 4-H program. The Premier’s Award, first presented in 1964, is 4-H Alberta’s highest honour, given annually to an Ambassador who exemplifies leadership, dedication, and service. “Having experienced 4-H provincially, regionally, and at the…
January 12, 2026
News
Christina Franc appointed CEO of 4-H Canada
4-H Canada has announced the appointment of Christina Franc as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective later this month. Franc joins 4-H Canada after more than 15 years in senior leadership roles with national nonprofit organizations, most recently at United Way Centraide Canada (UWCC). During her time at UWCC, she worked closely with community partners…
January 7, 2026
News
Two Albertans selected as 2026 Nuffield Canada Scholars
Two Albertans, Jolene Noble of Manning and Ashley Nicholls of De Winton, have been named among the 2026 Nuffield Canada Scholars. The Nuffield Canada Scholarship program supports innovative agricultural leaders through self-directed research and international travel, allowing scholars to explore global perspectives on issues shaping the future of agriculture. Each 2026 scholar will receive a…
January 6, 2026
Health & Production
U of C exploring tech tools to improve cattle health
Researchers at the University of Calgary are developing new tools that could help producers detect health issues earlier and improve reproductive efficiency in their herds. Using remote monitoring systems, behaviour-tracking collars, and machine-learning models, two projects underway at W.A. Ranches are examining how technology can complement producer experience and support on-farm decision-making. The future of…
January 3, 2026
Checking in with ABP
Producer Resolutions: What you need to know
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is preparing for the 2026 resolution cycle, and producers will again have the opportunity to bring forward local issues, ideas, and priorities that help shape ABP’s work for the year ahead. Resolutions 101 Producer resolutions are one of the most important ways cattle producers can influence the work of Alberta Beef…
December 16, 2025
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Alberta announces two-year extension for ag plastics recycling program
The Government of Alberta has renewed its funding and approved a two-year extension for the Alberta Ag-Plastic Recycle It! pilot program through December 2027. Launched in 2019, the pilot provides Alberta producers with practical recycling options for materials such as plastic grain bags and baler twine. Beginning in 2026, the pilot will expand to include collection programs…
December 10, 2025
Checking in with ABP
New livestock traceability rules set to roll out
New federal traceability rules are coming for 2026 and producers should start preparing now, says the Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA). The federal government is moving ahead with proposed changes to Canada’s livestock traceability rules. Amendments to Part XV of the Health of Animals Regulations are expected to be published in Canada Gazette Part II in spring 2026. The…
December 3, 2025
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New Alberta program to support the exit of wild boar on farms
Alberta is rolling out new measures to get a handle on wild boar, an invasive species that continues to cause serious damage across rural areas. The province has introduced and opened applications for the new Wild Boar On-Farm Exit Program, which supports farmers and landowners who want to remove wild boars or transition out of…
December 1, 2025
Innovation & Technology
Beef producers gain a made-in-Canada DNA testing option
A new partnership is bringing beef DNA testing back to Canada. The Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan and the Canadian Beef Improvement Network (CBIN) have announced a new strategic partnership to deliver DNA testing and analysis services, giving Canadian beef producers an alternative to sending samples abroad. Bringing testing…
December 1, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Alberta Beef: Chili and chore horses at the Bar U
The Bar U Ranch National Historic Site has a way of making history feel close enough to touch, especially when woodsmoke hits the air, draft horses shift in their harnesses, and the steady rhythm of an old-style camp cookout comes to life. That made it the perfect place for the first-ever Chuckwagon Chili Cook-Off, hosted…
November 27, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Alberta Beef Producers applauds AgriStability enhancements in 2025 Federal Budget
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is welcoming amendments to the AgriStability program announced in the 2025 federal budget—changes that represent meaningful progress for cattle producers. Budget 2025 includes $109.2 million for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to support the federal-provincial-territorial AgriStability program. Key changes include: ABP Chair Doug Roxburgh says the announcement reflects years of collaboration between industry and government. “Thank…
November 26, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Calgary Stampede welcomes new OH Ranch Manager
The Calgary Stampede has announced that Tyler Ritchie has accepted the role of Ranch Manager within its Agriculture & Western Events team. Reporting to Brett Warder, Manager of Agriculture and Western Events Operations, Ritchie will oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the historic OH Ranch in Longview, Alberta. “Tyler brings an impressive depth of…
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
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| 13-Apr-26 | 300 | 474 | -- |
| 11-May-26 | 310 | 476 | -- |
| 08-June-26 | 314 | 474 | -- |
| 06-July-26 | 308 | -- | -- |
| 03-Aug-26 | 304 | -- | -- |
| 31-Aug-26 | 296 | 470 | -- |
| 28-Sep-26 | 292 | 470 | -- |
Last Updated on January 15, 2026
