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March 15, 2023 Business Tools

Continued high crop prices major factor pushing premiums higher

More information on Alberta crop insurance premiums is available in this fact sheet. Producers can expect to see higher premiums for the 2023 crop year. The increase is mainly due to higher crop prices, more producers participating in the insurance program, and impacts from the 2021 drought. All efforts are made to ensure premiums remain…

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March 14, 2023 Business Tools

Calf 911: Tube (Esophageal) Feeding

This article was first published in Volume 3 Issue 1 of ABP Magazine (February 2023). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily.

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February 24, 2023 Business Tools

What We’re Reading | Canadian Beef Breeds Council to launch genetic data hub

By Melissa Bezan, Canadian Cattlemen It’s Canadian Western Agribition week, and the aroma of mini donuts, hamburgers and smoothies mixes with the more distinct smell of livestock in every room. In the Queensbury Convention Centre, the crowd noise crowd has dimmed. Members of the breed associations are here for the Canadian Beef Breeds Council annual…

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February 15, 2023 Business Tools

Landowners wanted for grassland conservation and carbon opportunities survey

The Nature Conservancy of Canada is seeking ranchers to share their thoughts on grassland conservation initiatives and carbon markets. If you own 500 acres or more of grazing land in the Canadian Prairies, you’re eligible to complete this survey on your perceptions of and interest in carbon opportunities and ecological goods and services, as well…

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February 14, 2023 Business Tools

New credit available for CRSB-certified producers

A new financial incentive for beef producers certified through the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) is up for grabs. CRSB and Cargill have teamed up to provide the CRSB Certification Recognition Credit to producers who have invested in the certification program but haven’t received a financial return on qualifying cattle. “With this funding, we…

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February 14, 2023 Business Tools

Plan for growing season with new Pasture 101 program

Alberta Beef Producers and the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) are pleased to announce the launch of Pasture 101, a project initiated by the Alberta Beef, Forage and Grazing Centre (ABFGC). Forage/beef innovation for the next generation The Alberta Beef, Forage and Grazing Centre was a five-year agreement (2015-2020) between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Alberta…

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February 1, 2023 Business Tools

2023 construction planning for your confined feeding operation

The start of a new year is a great time to look ahead. If you’re planning to build new or expand existing facilities at your confined feeding operation be sure to check with a Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) approval officer first to find out whether you need a permit. Do you need a permit…

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January 4, 2023 Business Tools

Winter stewardship…check

As the shortest and coldest days approach, now is the right time to prepare the herd for the worst winter might bring. We asked veterinarian Dr. Roy Lewis to help us check off chores to complete now, before the chilliest days arrive. Feed Start by ensuring you have secured enough winter feed for the size…

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December 20, 2022 Business Tools

Cold stress: how much does it impact your operation’s bottom line?

What is cold stress? All mammals must maintain their internal body temperatures, with cattle averaging 38°C. Their body becomes stressed when environmental temperatures drop below the lower limit of the thermoneutral zone, the ‘lower critical temperature.’ Top factors that contribute to cold stress are cold weather, wind, wet weather, and lack of feed. Estimates of…

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December 7, 2022 Business Tools

Alberta government increases Feeder Association Loan Guarantee Program amount

Feeder associations in Alberta will soon be able to obtain more competitive financing to meet current market demands. The provincial government is increasing the overall loan guarantee for beef and sheep producers purchasing livestock for feeding to $150 million. Created to help producer-run feeder co-operatives secure financing, the Feeder Association Loan Guarantee Program previously provided…

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November 30, 2022 Business Tools

CFGA launching Rotational Grazing On-Farm Implementation project

On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) Funding is available for producers in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Quebec to help them plan and implement rotational grazing BMPs. The Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) and Alberta partner ARECA (Agricultural Research and Extension Council of Alberta) are inviting applications from farmers and ranchers who are interested in planning…

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November 29, 2022 Business Tools

Regenerative agriculture practices lead to healthier soil and higher quality beef

Producers and stewards of the land know that many of the solutions to the world’s environmental crises lie in the soil beneath our feet. Healthier soil means more nutrient-dense food and healthier cattle.  While many world leaders are focused on policies that reduce carbon emissions from the air through regulation and taxes, there are still…

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Cattle Report

Updated: 29/04/2024

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 428.50-430.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 428.50-430.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 182.00-184.00 (TX, KN) 184.00-187.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 292.00-295.00 (NE, IA) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 182.00-184.00 (TX, KN) 184.00-187.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 292.00-295.00 (NE, IA) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 252.49

Canadian Dollar

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Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
22-Jul-24 234 -- --
19-Aug-24 230 332 --
16-Sep-24 228 334 374
14-Oct-24 228 334 378
11-Nov-24 224 332 376
9-Dec-24 226 322 370
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Last Updated on April 25, 2024

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