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US Trade- Steers
Live: 186.00 (NE)
Rail: 295.00-296.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 295.00-296.00 (IA, NE)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 186.00 (NE)
Rail: 295.00-296.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 295.00-296.00 (IA, NE)
Canadian Dollar
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July 21, 2023
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What We’re Reading | Canada’s cattle ranchers rebrand as grassland protectors to counter beef’s bad rap
By Paula Duhatschek, CBC Calgary Inside an agricultural exhibition building at the Calgary Stampede, kids practise rotating cattle through different areas of pasture, earning “carbon points” as they go if they can avoid under- or overgrazing the land. They’re playing Guardians of the Grasslands, a computer game that was produced with funding from a government grant program, the charitable arm…
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July 20, 2023
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ABP strongly opposed to UK accession to CPTPP
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is standing with the Canadian Pork Council, the Canadian Cattle Association, and the Canadian Meat Council in opposition to the Government of Canada’s agreement to include the United Kingdom (UK) in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Under current trade agreements, the UK does not accept Canada’s animal…
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July 18, 2023
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Temporary livestock water assistance announced for Alberta producers
Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (EPA) is offering temporary livestock water assistance for producers facing water shortages due to drought conditions. This program is available to any livestock and poultry producers in urgent need of water. If you require help to find an alternative water source, contact your EPA district office or call the Water…
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July 14, 2023
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What We’re Reading | Alberta’s iconic cattle ranches face critical moment as two-year drought continues
By Kate Helmore, The Globe and Mail Rachel Herbert spent the past few days fixing up her water pump. The water in her well was barely reaching it. The surrounding streams had slowed to a trickle, or were bone dry. Her cattle ranch, Trail’s End Beef, is located in Nanton, Alta., a community that has received a…
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July 7, 2023
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AFSC: Low yield allowance change encourages poor crops be used as feed
AFSC is adjusting the low yield allowance for 2023 to encourage farmers to put more poor-quality crops towards livestock feed. For 2023, AFSC is doubling the low yield threshold to allow for additional cereal or pulse crops to be salvaged for livestock feed. For example, the barley crop threshold will be increased from 150 to…
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July 7, 2023
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Producers needed for survey on farm stress
The University of Alberta is partnering with AgKnow, the Alberta Farm Mental Health Network, to conduct a study on the health and well-being of Alberta farmers and ranchers. Farmers, ranchers, and anyone who lives or works on a farm can participate in this online survey, which will cover what they find stressful about their work,…
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July 4, 2023
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What We’re Reading | Bovine TB turns up in Saskatchewan herd
By Dave Bedard, Alberta Farmer Express A heifer whose tissues tested positive for bovine tuberculosis (TB) at slaughter in the U.S. has been traced back to a Saskatchewan cattle herd which has now turned up two more cases of the disease. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency, in a report dated Wednesday, said it was notified…
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June 30, 2023
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NRCB provisions for confined feeding of cow-calf herds during dry conditions
The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) recognizes that due to the current very dry conditions and poor grass pastures, summer feeding of cow-calf herds may be required. Under normal conditions, cow-calf confined feeding during the grazing period may be considered a confined feeding operation that requires a permit. However, due to the extenuating circumstances, the…
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June 30, 2023
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What We’re Reading | Facing drought? Six things beef producers can focus on
By the Beef Cattle Research Council This summer producers across the country are experiencing extreme dry conditions, drought and wildfires. While the elements themselves cannot be managed, there are six decisions that can be made on-farm to reduce the impact of dry conditions. Read More ‘What We’re Reading‘ is a quick look at some of…
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May 31, 2023
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Pasture recovery after early season fires
If you’ve been impacted by Alberta’s recent wildfires, you may be wondering how to help your pastures recover. While there is more research on pasture recovery after a late season fire, there are still some guidelines to consider in light of early season fires. Grasslands evolved with fire, and in most cases their roots won’t…
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May 19, 2023
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Emergency grazing support announced for evacuated livestock
The Province of Alberta has released emergency grazing options to support producers who have evacuated their livestock due to the ongoing wildfires. The guidelines from the provincial government are as follows: Under the provincial state of emergency, grazing disposition holders with grazing capacity can accept livestock from other producers subject to the following conditions: The…
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May 18, 2023
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It’s official – seed, pesticide, and inoculant bag recycling is here to stay!
For several years, Prairie farmers have been keenly participating in Cleanfarms’ seed, pesticide, and inoculant (SPI) bag recycling pilot project in search of more environmentally friendly alternatives for managing these items once empty. Starting in 2023, Cleanfarms is pleased to announce that SPI bag recycling is launching across the prairies as a full-time permanent program…
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Cattle Report
Updated: 03/05/2024
Steers
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Rail: 430.00-432.00 del
Heifers
Live: ---
Rail: 430.00-432.00 del
Choice Steers
Live: 186.00 (NE)
Rail: 295.00-296.00 (IA, NE)
Choice Heifers
Live: 186.00 (NE)
Rail: 295.00-296.00 (IA, NE)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 248.60
Canadian Dollar
$73.17 0.04
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22-Jul-24 | 234 | -- | -- |
| 19-Aug-24 | 230 | 332 | -- |
| 16-Sep-24 | 228 | 334 | 374 |
| 14-Oct-24 | 228 | 334 | 378 |
| 11-Nov-24 | 224 | 332 | 376 |
| 9-Dec-24 | 226 | 322 | 370 |
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Last Updated on April 25, 2024
