“We’ve got a fine set of calves here. What are you gonna bid for them?” So begins the rhythmic chant of numbers, the crisp acknowledgements of bids, the sounds of animals on the move, and the tension in the air as the ranch income for an entire year hangs in the balance. Buyers compete for…
Winter and Spring are often some of the busiest seasons in Alberta’s beef industry, and this year has been no exception for the teams at ABP and Verified Beef Producer Plus (VBP+). Over the past several months, ABP and VBP+ representatives have been on the road attending conventions, hosting workshops, participating in youth events, and…
Millward Family Raises Cattle, Stewards Native Grasslands Editor’s note: To celebrate the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP), Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is highlighting the hardworking ranchers who steward some of the province’s most sensitive ecosystems and raise the best beef in the world. The IYRP 2026, declared by the United Nations, aims to…
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) have reached an interim participation agreement following motions passed in principle by the CCA at its Annual General Meeting. Under the agreement, ABP will provide gap funding to support the CCA from July 1 to August 31, 2026. During this period, ABP’s elected representatives to…
Province reports nearly 600 animals removed since 2018 Alberta’s Wild Boar Control Program says efforts to eradicate invasive wild boar from the province are continuing to advance, with nearly 600 animals removed since 2018. In an update shared through the Alberta Invasive Species Council (AISC), the province reported that 595 wild boar have been removed…
The Waterton Biosphere Region is seeking input from livestock producers who have experienced losses to bears, wolves or cougars between 2021 and 2025. Information collected through the survey will be used to help inform discussions around Alberta’s predator compensation program. Producers are asked to provide up to five years of data on livestock inventories, overall death losses and predator-related…
From traceability to trade structure, coal mining to wildlife conflict, ABP has active working groups on four of the most important files facing Alberta beef producers. Here are updates from each of the groups: Traceability Following the direction of resolutions carried by delegates at the 2026 Annual General Meeting, ABP’s board is forming a dedicated…
Several important Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) and AgriStability deadlines are approaching over the coming weeks. Producers are encouraged to review their coverage and reporting requirements to ensure they remain eligible for program benefits and discounts. June 20 June 25 June 30 Producers with questions about deadlines, reporting requirements or insurance coverage should contact AFSC or…
Spring is always one of the best times of year in this business. Calving is underway, seed is going into the ground, and there’s a sense of momentum heading into the grazing season. This year, that momentum also includes a few policy wins worth noting. Strychnine is back in 2026! After its approval was pulled…
Between calving, bull sales, breeding season and getting cows out to pasture, spring is always a busy time. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) has also been active on some key issues and policies over the last few months. Many producers have been asking about the planned withdrawal of ABP from the Canadian Cattle Association. Prior to…
RDAR has extended the OFCAF intake pause after receiving more than 900 applications requesting $21.2 million in funding, exceeding available program dollars A major boost in producer demand for opportunities ranging from virtual fencing to regenerative agriculture has led to some timeline adjustments for the team at RDAR. RDAR’s On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) Program…
4-H Achievement Days are underway across Alberta, providing members with the opportunity to showcase the skills, projects and leadership they have developed throughout the year. According to 4-H Alberta, Achievement Days are an important milestone in the 4-H calendar, bringing together members, families, volunteers and community supporters. The aim is to celebrate accomplishments and recognize…
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