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September 27, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Preparing a resolution for upcoming Producer Meetings

Resolutions are an important part of our democratic and representative principles. They give producers the chance to influence the policies, priorities, and activities of Alberta Beef Producers (ABP). The resolution process Resolutions are accepted at ABP’s Producer Meetings, ahead of the Annual General Meeting (AGM). When it’s time to cover resolutions, eligible producers will have…

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September 1, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Delegate nominations open for 2025

Alberta Beef Producers’ (ABP) delegate nominations are now open, with two-year positions available in all five zones. Becoming an ABP delegate is one of many ways you can become more involved in Alberta’s cattle industry. As a delegate, you’ll represent the needs and ideas of producers in your area, and keep them informed on the…

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August 22, 2024 News

Rail dispute directed to Canada Industrial Relations Board

Government of Canada Labour Minister, Steven MacKinnon, is pushing for resolution, and an end to the rail labour stoppage. Under Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code, MacKinnon announced he has “directed the Canada Industrial Relations Board to assist the parties in settling the outstanding terms of their collective agreements by imposing final binding arbitration.”…

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July 8, 2024 Trailblazers

Home on the Milk River Ridge 

On the Alberta-Montana border, set above the surrounding plains, is a unique expanse of glacial-formed prairie grasslands. Known as the Milk River Ridge, the area features rolling fescue hills, with pockets of wetlands that provide critical habitat to many sensitive and at-risk species of wildlife.   On the northern slope of the ridge, west of…

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April 15, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Nominations open for Alberta Representative on Youth Council

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is looking for the next young farmer or rancher to join the Canadian Cattle Youth Council as a Provincial Representative. The Youth Council prepares beef cattle farmers and ranchers (ages 18-40) for future leadership roles, through professional development like governance and board training, and participation in events and meetings. Delegates have…

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January 29, 2024 Checking in with ABP

2024 Environmental Stewardship Award nominations open

Alberta Beef Producers is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award (ESA). Each year, this prestigious award recognizes beef producers who exemplify environmentally sustainable beef cattle production. The ESA program provides a way to celebrate beef producers who go above and beyond in their commitment to environmental stewardship. It’s also an opportunity to…

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December 21, 2023 Checking in with ABP

2023 Annual Report: Stakeholder Relations

This message was originally posted in Alberta Beef Producers’ 2023 Annual Report. You can find the PDF of the report here. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is committed to keeping producers informed and engaged on the issues that affect them. As part of its stakeholder relations portfolio, ABP celebrates producer achievements, encourages producer guidance, and shares relevant…

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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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August 9, 2022 Checking in with ABP

The Bovine: Living Labs, a DIY plastic compactor, and positivity in market trends

We’re back for the August episode of our podcast, The Bovine. On this episode, you’ll hear about the recently announced expansion of the Living Laboratories Initiative, the skills needed to DIY a plastics compactor, our #howdoyouburger summer contest, and why one analyst says there are positive movements coming for beef markets. Living Laboratories Initiative Karin Schmid of Alberta Beef Producers and Sheri…

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June 1, 2022 Checking in with ABP

The Bovine: Hoping for rain, Buddy Up Month, and planning a pit roast

Welcome back to another episode of The Bovine! (If you haven’t heard, that’s the name of our monthly audio show.) On today’s episode, hear: ABP Delegate and Medicine Hat area farmer, Craig Lehr, with an update on the dry conditions in his area; Akash Asif from the Centre for Suicide Prevention on men’s mental health,…

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February 28, 2022 Health & Production

Progressing Fine or Pulling Time: A quick review of labour and assistance suggestions

Whether calving has already started, or you’re months away, it’s a good time to revisit some behaviour and warning signs that a calving cow or heifer may need attention. There are three stages to parturition (calving). Stage one involves cervix dilation, and must be complete before any pull assist; Stage two begins with the fetal…

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January 4, 2022 Issues & Insights

Looking to a post-drought spring

As you walk across a drought-stricken perennial forage stand, you’ll hear the crunch of dry grass, and   see the cracking of soils, eager for more rain. There may be enough grass to inspire hope, to catch snow, and to offer a quick start to next year’s grazing season. Or, there may not. Perhaps this…

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Cattle Report

Updated: 20/11/2024

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Choice Steers

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Choice Heifers

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Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 233.80

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Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
27-Jan-25 238 324 --
24-Feb-25 236 320 --
24-Mar-25 236 320 --
21-Apr-25 242 322 --
19-May-25 246 324 --
16-Jun-25 250 324 --
14-Jun-25 238 -- --
Last Updated on November 1, 2024

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