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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
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Rail: 390.00 del
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US Trade- Steers
Live: 183.00 (TX, KN) 184.00-185.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 292.00-293.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 292.00-293.00 (NE, IA)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 183.00 (TX, KN) 184.00-185.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 292.00-293.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 292.00-293.00 (NE, IA)
Canadian Dollar
$74.50
0.17
0.17
February 27, 2021
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Agriculture exempt from TFW restrictions
As of November 1, 2020, the Alberta government reached an agreement with the federal government to restrict the number and types of jobs available to be filled by Temporary Foreign Workers (TFW). Some sectors, including agriculture, technology and caregiving, remain exempt from these restrictions based on acute and proven labour shortages. Travel restrictions in place…
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February 23, 2021
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ABP celebrates Canada’s Ag Day with Prime Minister Trudeau and Agriculture Minister Bibeau
In honour of Canada’s Agriculture Day, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) Chair Kelly Smith-Fraser had the opportunity to share a glimpse into her family’s cattle operation with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Minister of Agriculture Marie-Claude Bibeau. Meeting virtually, the three discussed Alberta’s role in the Canadian food supply chain and issues that impact producers on…
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February 16, 2021
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Check-off at Work | Cattlemen’s Young Leaders Mentorship Program Applications Now Open
Young people looking to advance their careers in the Canadian beef industry through unique mentorship, networking and travel opportunities can now apply for the Cattlemen’s Young Leaders (CYL) Mentorship Program. The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association’s CYL Program is a national initiative designed to equip young people ages 18-35 with the skills they need to further the…
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February 2, 2021
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Highlights from the Chair | Changing for the better in 2021
We sat down with Kelly Smith-Fraser, Chair of ABP, to talk about her first year as chair, and hopes for the future. Here is what she had to say… Each New Year brings a new start, thankfully. The past year has been tough, but when I look back I also appreciate the opportunities it brought….
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January 21, 2021
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Your check-off explained
Non-refundable National Levy: $2.50 Canada Beef: 50% Beef Cattle Research Council: 44% Public and Stakeholder Engagement: 6% Refundable Provincial Service Charge: $2.00 Alberta Beef Producers: $0.72 Refunds: $0.70 Alberta’s Allocation to Canadian Cattlemen’s Association: $0.48 Remitter Rebate: $0.05 Work Done with Provincial Service Charge Funds ABP is building strong relationships with the new provincial government…
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January 21, 2021
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ABP Statement on Coal
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) has heard concerns from producers regarding open-pit coal extraction in the eastern slopes of Alberta and their potential impacts on water quantity and quality, air quality and biodiversity. As an organization, we are frustrated with the limited public engagement that took place prior to the Government of Alberta rescinding the 1976…
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Cattle Report
Updated: 22/09/2023
Steers
Live: ---
Rail: 390.00 del
Heifers
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Rail: 390.00 del
Choice Steers
Live: 183.00 (TX, KN) 184.00-185.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 292.00-293.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 183.00 (TX, KN) 184.00-185.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 292.00-293.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: US $215.30
Canadian Dollar
$74.50 0.17
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18-Dec-23 | 232 | 322 | - |
| 15-Jan-24 | 236 | 322 | - |
| 12-Feb-24 | 238 | 332 | - |
| 11-Mar-24 | 238 | 332 | - |
| 8-Apr-24 | 244 | 338 | - |
| 6-May-24 | 248 | 340 | - |
| 3-Jun-24 | 252 | 348 | - |
Last Updated on September 21, 2023
