Checking in with ABP

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…

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…

Canada Beef’s recent market development activities in priority markets in Southeast Asia are resulting in more possibilities for Canadian beef. Demand for Canadian beef was evident in the Indo-Pacific and parts of Asia, with high interest shown at Canada Beef’s first booth at Food & Hospitality Indonesia 2025, at market development initiatives in Vietnam, and…

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…

One of Alberta’s most anticipated agricultural showcases, Farmfair International, is officially underway this week at the Edmonton EXPO Centre, running November 5–8. The annual event brings together producers, youth, and a range of attendees — including consumers — to celebrate the best of Alberta agriculture. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) — once again serving as a…

With harvest wrapped up, another important deadline is quickly approaching: delegate nominations for Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) close on November 15. ABP relies on its delegates to represent the voice of cattle producers across the province. Delegates bring forward ideas, concerns, and opportunities from their zones to help guide ABP’s programs, policies, and advocacy efforts. “ABP’s strength…