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December 14, 2021 Trailblazers

Beef Gives Back: How one business owner repositions charitable donations

When you pull up the driveway to Bob Hahn’s farm, Hahn Cattle Co., you might think it’s a typical angus operation. However, tucked away in an unassuming Quonset is a custom-built storefront with display freezers and a dry-ager that prepares high-end quality cuts of beef for local consumers. Accountant by day, Angus producer by night,…

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December 14, 2021 Trailblazers

What We’re Reading | Translating beef cattle genetic data into profit

By Piper Whelan, Canadian Cattlemen The new leader of the Canadian Beef Breeds Council aims to create greater value by capturing and sharing genetic information throughout the supply chain Sandy Russell is skilled at seeing possibilities and turning them into profit. Her career thus far has allowed her to assist different facets of the Canadian…

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December 6, 2021 Trailblazers

Simple steps to VBP+ certification

Keeping track of livestock records doesn’t need to be complicated. A simple school binder is all Sue Giles uses to keep track of health records for their southern Alberta ranch and ensure it meets EU and VBP+ certification. For three years, Giles has kept track of the health information for their almost 1,000-head Black Angus…

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November 4, 2021 Trailblazers

Protecting, preserving and proactive planning key to drought resilience and recovery

For generations, cattle producers have proudly advocated as stewards of the land – protecting native grasslands, watersheds and landscapes in which they reside. In fact, it is quite common for ranchers to profess that our cattle merely play a role in the true focus of our business of growing grass and turning it into a…

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November 2, 2021 Trailblazers

What We’re Reading | Bale grazing and pasture rejuvenation

By Duane McCartney, for Canadian Cattlemen Magazine Forage extension veteran Grant Lastiwka shares his winter-feeding strategy and explains how it fits into his year-round grazing system Grant Lastiwka eats, sleeps and dreams forages. As one of Canada’s most enthusiastic forage extension specialists, Lastiwka is the go-to man for information on year-round grazing management. Past winner…

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November 1, 2021 Trailblazers

Alberta youth speak up for agriculture

The winners of this year’s virtual Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture (AYSA) event have roots that run deep in agriculture. Alyson Katerenchuk and Christopher Mills took home top honours in the Senior and Junior divisions, respectively. Their wins come in a year where the event saw more participants than ever before. This was the sixth…

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October 14, 2021 Trailblazers

Bringing community and connection through COVID

Community service is at the core of every 4-H club, but for many, COVID-19 restrictions made coming together for community service difficult. The Millarville Stockland 4-H Club decided to take the initiative to do what they could to bring community and connection to those in their community who they felt needed it most. The club…

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October 7, 2021 Trailblazers

Canadian Beef Breeds Council announces new CEO

The Canadian Beef Breeds Council (CBBC) is announcing the appointment of Sandy Russell as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. “CBBC is very fortunate to be able to have a leader like Sandy taking the reins of the organization,” says CBBC President David Sibbald. “I am excited and confident she will lead us forward to advance…

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October 7, 2021 Trailblazers

Creative discoveries at the meat counter

As we transition from long summer days into cooler nights and the fall season, we also make a transition at the beef counter – shifting from the BBQ to braising meats, slow cookers and stews – in order to meet the seasonal demands of our beef consumer.  It’s a seasonal shift and one that I…

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October 6, 2021 Trailblazers

James Hargrave Legacy Foundation accepting applications

The James Hargrave Legacy Foundation is accepting applications for its award established in memory of James Hargrave. James Hargrave was a young rancher, and leader in the cattle industry. In addition to his role as Chairman of the Alberta Grazing Leaseholders Association, Vice President of the Western Stock Growers’ Association (WSGA), and volunteer firefighter for…

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September 22, 2021 Issues & Insights

Canadian agri-food leaders unite ahead of the UN Food Systems Summit

The United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) taking place on September 23, 2021 is a critical dialogue for people around the world to ensure the future of sustainable food systems and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. The signatories to this statement, Canadian farmers, ranchers, input providers and food and beverage producers, play an…

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September 14, 2021 Trailblazers

Tips for youth interested in becoming involved in the industry

Day-to-day life requires a lot of our attention and energy. There are some days that you’re thriving, and other days can feel like the breaking point. In a world where we are constantly being spread thin over different directions, you may feel it would be hard to dedicate time to volunteer and get involved in…

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Cattle Report

Updated: 22/04/2024

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 422.00-430.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 422.00-430.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 182.00 (TX, KN) 183.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 292.00 (NE) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 182.00 (TX, KN) 183.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 292.00 (NE) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 256.94

Canadian Dollar

$72.92   0.14

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
8-Jul-24 226 -- --
5-Aug-24 222 318 --
2-Sep-24 220 324 --
30-Sep-24 220 324 366
28-Oct-24 218 324 366
25-Nov-24 216 320 364
23-Dec-24 222 312 360
Last Updated on April 11, 2024

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