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US Trade- Steers

Live: 240.00 (KN), 245.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 380.00-385.00 (NE, IA)

US Trade - Heifers

Live: 240.00 (KN), 245.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 380.00-385.00 (NE, IA)

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August 21, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Veteran meteorologist shares weather insights

Alberta farmers and ranchers know that no two growing seasons are alike. From heavy rainfall in central Alberta to persistent drought in other regions, weather this year continues to be one of the most unpredictable factors shaping agriculture. In the latest episode of The Bovine podcast, host Kara Mastel spoke with long-time meteorologist David Spence, now a…

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August 19, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Global voice, local impact: Insights from Dennis Laycraft on the evolution of Canadian beef

With shifting market forces, increasing regulatory complexity, and rising sustainability expectations, Canadian beef producers continue to navigate a landscape filled with both challenge and opportunity. Few have done more to steer through that terrain than Dennis Laycraft. Recently named among the 2025 inductees into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame, Laycraft is best known for…

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August 13, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Alberta cattle producers connect with diners through Alberta on the Plate

Behind every great Alberta beef dish are the local cattle producers who make it possible. From August 8–17, ranchers from across the province take centre stage during Alberta on the Plate’s ten-day Dine Around festival. Timed to coincide with Local Food Week — which celebrates the contributions of local farmers, ranchers, and food processors —…

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August 7, 2025 Health & Production

Maximizing hay quality: Strategies that hold up in any weather

As many producers across Alberta can attest this haying season, challenging weather can complicate decisions on everything from when to cut to how best to manage moisture and storage. Whether you’ve faced heavy rain in the southwest, dry conditions in the northwest, or anything in between, the good news is there are tried-and-true strategies to…

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July 30, 2025 Trailblazers

Three insights into how Plateau Cattle Co. balances cattle, land and legacy

Nestled in the rolling hills of Alberta’s Eastern Slopes, Plateau Cattle Co. has long been more than just a ranch — it’s a living example of how care for the land, cattle, and community can create lasting impact. Now, those efforts have earned the operation the 2025 Environmental Stewardship Award (ESA) from Alberta Beef Producers….

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Cattle Report

Updated: 22/08/2025

Steers

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Heifers

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Choice Steers

Live: 240.00 (KN), 245.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 380.00-385.00 (NE, IA)

Choice Heifers

Live: 240.00 (KN), 245.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 380.00-385.00 (NE, IA)

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 309.66

Canadian Dollar

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Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
17-Nov-25 294 474 --
15-Dec-25 298 462 --
09-Feb-25 298 456 --
09-Mar-26 296 452 --
06-Apr-26 298 446 --
04-May-26 306 448 --
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Last Updated on August 21, 2025