Checking in with ABP

The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) has announced its 2025-2026 executive committee following its December meeting in Calgary. The Council is made up of beef producers from across Canada, representing each provincial organization that allocates a portion of the Canadian Beef Cattle Check-Off to research. Nova Scotia producer Dean Manning has been named BCRC Chair….

The Bar U Ranch National Historic Site has a way of making history feel close enough to touch, especially when woodsmoke hits the air, draft horses shift in their harnesses, and the steady rhythm of an old-style camp cookout comes to life.  That made it the perfect place for the first-ever Chuckwagon Chili Cook-Off, hosted…

The Calgary Stampede has announced that Tyler Ritchie has accepted the role of Ranch Manager within its Agriculture & Western Events team. Reporting to Brett Warder, Manager of Agriculture and Western Events Operations, Ritchie will oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the historic OH Ranch in Longview, Alberta. “Tyler brings an impressive depth of…

In an ideal world, every Canadian would have the chance to visit a ranch and see the care Canadian beef producers offer their livestock and land. Of course, the logistics of making that happen are not realistic, but that’s where social media influencers come in. By inviting a few sought-out content creators with big followings…

Last week, the Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $293/cwt live, $2/cwt lower than the previous week. Fed prices are at the lowest point since May. Light trade was reported with dressed sales from $487.50–493.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. All Western Canadian packers bought cattle, but competition on the cash market was limited….

The 2026 Alberta Beef Producers’ (ABP) Producer Meetings are scheduled — and registration is now open! ABP’s Producer Meetings are where Alberta cattle producers guide policy, pass resolutions, and influence ABP’s direction. Based on producer feedback, ABP is continuing to include a dinner at every venue! “ABP’s Producer Meetings are one of the most important…

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is proud to support the next generation of agricultural leaders through our annual partnership with 4-H Alberta. For 2025, ABP is thrilled to celebrate six ABP scholarship recipients through this program : Abbey Slorstad, Hannah Turner, Chance Scott, Davis Gottenbos, Rebecca Felske and Madeline Wiens. Supporting the next generation. Top row (L-R):…

The Intensive Livestock Working Group (ILWG) is an industry coordination catalyst, representing Alberta Beef Producers, Alberta Cattle Feeders Association, Alberta Pork, Alberta Milk, Egg Farmers of Alberta, Alberta Hatching Egg Producers, Alberta Chicken Producers, and Alberta Turkey Producers. Together, we unite the livestock sector in addressing environmental, regulatory, and public trust issues that impact both…

Mental health conversations in agriculture often happen only when things reach a breaking point — and that’s something Erica Parker wants to change.  Parker works as a Canadian Certified Counsellor at Lakeland College with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and has spent years working with farmers and ranchers. She wants people to know…

Last week, the Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $294.50/cwt live, $4.50/cwt lower than the previous week. From their highs in September, fed prices have declined $22/cwt. Light trade was reported with dressed sales from $490.25–496.00/cwt FOB the feedlot. All Western Canadian packers bought cattle, but competition on the cash market was…