Checking in with ABP

Alberta producers, 4-H clubs and agricultural organizations still have time to take part in the 2026 Great Twine Round-Up contest before the May 31 deadline. The province-wide initiative, led by the Agricultural Plastics Recycling Group (APRG) through the Alberta Ag-Plastic. Recycle-It! pilot program, encourages producers to recycle used plastic baler twine while supporting Alberta’s agricultural…

A recent CBC report offers an on-the-ground look at the realities of calving season, highlighting both the care and commitment of producers and the continued evolution of the sector. As calving season continues across Alberta, it’s interesting to see how this busy time of year is portrayed in the news. One example was a recent…

Short documentary Homes on the Range reaches Canadians’ screens Beef cattle farmers and ranchers manage some of the most critical wildlife habitat in Canada. By grazing cattle, these producers help maintain intact grassland ecosystems for wildlife to thrive. To recognize this environmental benefit of raising Canadian beef, the Public and Stakeholder Engagement (PSE) program released its newest…

A new land-use planning process is underway in the Ghost–Kananaskis sub-regions, and producers are encouraged to review the information and provide feedback.  The Government of Alberta has opened public engagement on a sub-regional plan that will help guide long-term land management in the area, which spans a large portion of the eastern slopes west of Calgary.  “We need to…

Two western Canadian cattle producers are among the latest participants selected for the Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program. Building the next generation of beef industry leaders CYL is a national mentorship initiative that connects young people in the beef industry with seasoned leaders to help build skills, networks, and confidence for the future of…

Alberta fed steer and heifer trade was $2.00-3.00/cwt higher this week with a weighted average price at $332/cwt and $329/cwt respectively. Dressed sales were reported from $550.00-555.00/cwt delivered, $3.00-4.00/cwt higher than the previous week. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. Most of the cattle traded were scheduled for the first half of…