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March 2, 2023
Checking in with ABP
From the government relations desk
Throughout 2022, our producers’ interests remained at the forefront of our government relations efforts. The year was filled with unique challenges, new focus areas, and some milestone wins. As the new year begins, we’re bringing important lessons into 2023. The 2021 drought and the burden of high input costs has led to a focus on...
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December 28, 2022
Checking in with ABP
Checking in with government relations
Over the fall producer bottom lines have been a focal point for government relations. Although calf prices are outstanding, input costs have cut into any profit the producer could have captured from the margin. This scenario highlighted the need for a business risk management program that considers the costs of productions, production risk, and price...
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November 8, 2022
Issues & Insights
ABP aids in front-of-package labelling exemption win
In June, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) aligned with cattle producers and organizations across the country calling on Health Canada to exempt ground beef from the proposed front-of-package (FOP) regulations. As part of the Government of Canada’s Healthy Eating Strategy, proposed labelling regulations included a requirement for ground beef sold at retail to carry a “high...
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June 2, 2022
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Checking in on government relations
Since I joined ABP in November 2020, there has been a constant flurry of activity tackling an unprecedented number of issues. I am grateful for the learning experience but more candidly, we all keep hoping and expecting things to return to normal. I work with politicians and other government staff to provide input on programs...
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January 5, 2022
Checking in with ABP
What you need to know about AgriRecovery Phase 2
With a new year upon us, it brings new perspectives for planning on the year ahead. For producers across the province, this means looking at programs and available support to position for a strong year ahead. Jump to: AFSC’s podcast and AgriRecovery Minutes AgriRecovery On August 6, the provincial government announced a commitment to an...
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Updated: 28/03/2023
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Over 500 lbs: US$ 186.88
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19-Jun-23 | 212 | 278 | - |
| 17-Jul-23 | 206 | - | - |
| 14-Aug-23 | 204 | 274 | - |
| 11-Sep-23 | 202 | 280 | - |
| 9-Oct-23 | 204 | 286 | 310 |
| 6-Nov-23 | 204 | 286 | 308 |
| 4-Dec-23 | 202 | 276 | 302 |
Last Updated on March 23, 2023
