Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
US Trade- Steers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Canadian Dollar
$70.36
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October 5, 2026
News
New tax deduction aims to encourage investment in agriculture and agribusiness
The federal government has announced changes to Canada’s business tax system that it says will make it easier for companies to invest in equipment, infrastructure and technology, including the agriculture sector. Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Heath MacDonald, highlighted the new Productivity Mega Deduction while visiting Allan Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. in Charlottetown, P.E.I….
October 5, 2026
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article: Report for the week of October 5, 2026
The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $296.50/cwt live, mostly steady with the previous week. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales ranging from $492.00–$498.00/cwt FOB the feedlot. Cattle that traded were scheduled for the first half of November delivery. In…
October 2, 2026
Checking in with ABP
ABP represents producers at Tri-National Agricultural Accord in Calgary
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) joined agriculture leaders from Canada, the United States and Mexico in Calgary this week for the 35th annual Tri-National Agricultural Accord. ABP Chair Doug Roxburgh, Vice Chair Kent Holowath and Finance Chair Brenda Rosadiuk attended the gathering, which runs from September 28 to October 1. ABP also hosted a hospitality suite…
October 1, 2026
News
New World screwworm restrictions affect cattle entering Canada from parts of the U.S.
Canadian cattle producers moving live animals across the U.S. border should check current import requirements following recent New World screwworm detections in Texas and New Mexico. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) lists Texas and New Mexico as affected states. New Mexico was added following a Sept. 17, 2026, detection. The restrictions apply to live…
October 1, 2026
News
Corn stocks rise while wheat, barley inventories decline in latest USDA report
U.S. grain inventories were mixed heading into the 2026-27 marketing year, according to the latest Grain Stocks report released Sept. 30 by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The report showed higher corn stocks compared to a year ago, while wheat, barley, and soybean inventories were lower. The Sept 1. stocks report measures how…
September 30, 2026
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Alberta commits $1 million to Genome Alberta work placements
Alberta’s government is investing an additional $1 million in Genome Alberta’s work placement program, providing support for recent graduates entering fields such as bioinformatics, big data and business development. The funding, which will run from 2026 to 2029, is expected to support approximately 20 one-year placements with 18 to 20 Alberta small-and medium-sized businesses. While…
September 29, 2026
Business Tools
Alberta study tests virtual fencing under ranch conditions
New Alberta research will test how virtual fencing performs with cow–calf pairs and yearlings under working ranch conditions. Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) is supporting trials of Halter’s virtual fencing technology led by the Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology. The research will examine how the collars perform…
September 28, 2026
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax weekly article | Report for the week of September 28, 2026
Based on the ten-year average, it is not uncommon to see the second half of the year’s price low occur in September. Over the past couple of weeks, Alberta fed prices have been trading at a $15–$17/cwt discount against the Nebraska market. For the second half of September, cash-to-cash basis levels are the weakest since…
September 26, 2026
Business Tools
On-Farm Efficiency Program opens to applications
Alberta cattle producers looking to add new tools for herd, feed or water monitoring can now apply for funding through the province’s On-Farm Efficiency Program. Applications opened Sept. 23. The program, delivered through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), supports technology aimed at improving resource use, reducing waste and helping producers monitor day-to-day operations….
September 25, 2026
News
Alberta producers have until Sept. 30 to file 2025 AgriInvest information
Alberta producers who have not yet filed their 2025 AgriInvest information have until Sept. 30, 2026, to do so. To participate in the 2025 program year, producers must submit their 2025 AgriInvest form and farm income tax information. While the original deadline was June 30, late applications are still accepted. However, the maximum matchable deposit…
September 24, 2026
Health & Production
Alberta Beef Producers releases final report from the Traceability Working Group
Alberta Beef Producers’ (ABP) Board of Directors is sharing the final report of the Working Group on Traceability, including recommendations to support adoption of current requirements and voluntary, industry-driven improvements to cattle movement records. The Working Group on Traceability, developed out of ABP producer resolutions, presented its final report to ABP’s Board during its September…
September 23, 2026
News
Wet weather continues to slow Alberta harvest progress
Persistent rain and cooler-than-normal temperatures continue to limit harvest activity across Alberta, according to the latest Alberta Crop Report released by Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation. As of Sept. 15, 2026, Alberta’s harvest was 23 per cent complete, up just five percentage points from the previous week. The report notes harvest progress remains well behind normal,…
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Cattle Report
Updated: October 5, 2026
Steers
Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Heifers
Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Choice Steers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Choice Heifers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 270.79
Canadian Dollar
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-Jan-27 | 286 | 460 | -- |
| 22-Feb-27 | 286 | 452 | -- |
| 22-Mar-27 | 288 | 450 | -- |
| 19-Apr-27 | 294 | 446 | -- |
| 17-May-27 | 300 | 452 | -- |
| 14-Jun-27 | 304 | 456 | -- |
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Last Updated on October 1, 2026
