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US Trade- Steers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 355.00 (IA, NE)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 355.00 (IA, NE)
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Producer Meetings
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April 9, 2024
Health & Production
American association calls for HPAI name change
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) has decided to refer to the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) as Bovine Influenza A Virus (BIAV). Although caused by the same virus as HPAI, the disease presents differently in cattle compared to poultry, which is why the AABP has requested the name change. In the letter, the…
April 9, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
2024 Alltech Agri-Food Outlook shares global feed production survey data
Global animal feed production remained steady in 2023 at 1.29 billion metric tons (BMT), a slight decrease of 2.6 million metric tons (MMT) — or 0.2 per cent — from 2022’s estimates, according to the 2024 Agri-Food Outlook, released by Alltech. The annual survey, now in its 13th year, includes data from 142 countries and more…
April 8, 2024
News
AGCO acquires Trimble and Precision Planting, under new name PTx
AGCO has announced the launch of PTx, a new brand representing its precision ag portfolio. PTx combines precision ag technologies from AGCO’s tech stack: Precision Planting and its newest joint venture, PTx Trimble. According to AGCO, the alignment of these brands will support the future development and distribution of next-generation ag technologies for farmers and…
April 8, 2024
Innovation & Technology
Alberta government invests in University of Calgary’s Simpson Centre
The Government of Alberta is providing a $1.2-million grant over three years to the University of Calgary’s Simpson Centre for the Alberta Digitalization Agriculture Program. The Simpson Centre will conduct research to develop a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with the digitalization of agriculture as part of the program. This research will…
April 2, 2024
News
National Veterinary Association calls on federal government to address severe workforce shortage
The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) is calling on the federal government to address workplace shortages and support a robust veterinary workforce. The CVMA represents over 25,00 veterinarians and registered technicians and technologists who provide vital care and services for millions of clients including small and large animals across Canada. The Employment and Social Development…
April 1, 2024
Inspiration
4-H Alberta announces 2024 Hall of Fame inductees
4-H Alberta has announced the induction of Rhonda Clark-Gauthier and Christine Patten into the 4-H Alberta Hall of Fame for 2023. This prestigious recognition honours individuals for their exceptional contributions and leadership within the 4-H program in Alberta. The 4-H Alberta Hall of Fame is an esteemed acknowledgment celebrating Albertans who have demonstrated exceptional contributions…
April 1, 2024
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Worker headcounts overestimate labour contributions
According to Statistics Canada’s (StatsCan) March 2024 Economic and Social Reports, a simple headcount of Temporary Foreign Worker Program participants may be misleading when determining labour contributions. The report, which delves into the labour force engagement of temporary residents with paid employment in 2019, reveals that despite being an important supply of labour, many temporary…
March 27, 2024
News
Class 1 drivers in Alberta now have access to new learning pathway
The Government of Alberta is announcing changes to the pathway for Class 1 commercial drivers, and offering a new, farm-restricted Class 1 driver’s license Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) became a pre-licensing requirement for Class 1 commercial drivers in Alberta in 2019. Since then, MELT has been identified by the trucking industry as one of…
March 27, 2024
Business Tools
NRCB provisions for confined feeding of cow-calf herds during drought conditions
The NRCB recognizes that many areas of the province are dealing with drought conditions. If these conditions continue into the 2024 growing season, they could cause poor grass pastures, lack of water for livestock, lack of harvestable forage crops, and the summer confined feeding of cow-calf herds may be necessary. Under normal conditions, confined feeding…
March 26, 2024
Business Tools
Canadian Angus Association receives $3.8M to help producers make data-driven decisions
The Canadian Angus Association will receive $3.8M to increase Canadian cattle producers’ ability to make data-driven decisions based on genomics to economically benefit their commercial livestock operations. The investment will be used to develop a genetic selection tool to equip producers with breeding data to select the best replacement heifers to improve their herds. Using…
March 26, 2024
Business Tools
Interest-free limit of Advance Payments Program set to $250K for 2024
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has announced that the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program has been set at $250,000 for the 2024 program year. This is the portion of advances on which the Government of Canada pays the interest on behalf of producers. Under the program, producers would normally receive the first $100,000 interest-free,…
March 25, 2024
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Field Crop Development Centre set to relaunch as Western Crop Innovations on April 1
Alberta is a global leader in agriculture research, which results in tangible benefits for farmers, like higher profits and a more abundant food supply at an affordable cost for consumers. To help further the development and continued innovation of agriculture research, the Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC) has been relaunched as Western Crops Innovations (WCI),…
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Cattle Report
Updated: December 12, 2025
Steers
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Heifers
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Choice Steers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (IA, NE)
Choice Heifers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (IA, NE)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 299.79
Canadian Dollar
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09-Mar-26 | 288 | 442 | -- |
| 06-Apr-26 | 288 | 438 | -- |
| 04-May-26 | 296 | 440 | -- |
| 01-June-26 | 304 | 442 | -- |
| 29-June-26 | 298 | 432 | -- |
| 27-July-26 | 290 | -- | -- |
| 24-Aug-26 | 280 | 438 | -- |
Last Updated on December 11, 2025