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AB Direct - Steers

Live: 362.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 587.50-598.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

AB Direct - Heifers

Live: 362.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 587.50-598.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

US Trade- Steers

Live: 255.00-256.00 (KS, TX, IA, NE) last week
Rail: 403.00 (NE, IA) last week

US Trade - Heifers

Live: 255.00-256.00 (KS, TX, IA, NE) last week
Rail: 403.00 (NE, IA) last week

Canadian Dollar

$70.49
0.24
November 3, 2025 Checking in with ABP

ABP opens 2026 Young Creators Contest

Editor’s note: ABP is now extending the entry deadline to January 20, 2026

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is excited to continue the Young Creators Contest for a second year – open to youth of all ages from pre-school to young adult.

This contest is a unique opportunity for young people to showcase their creativity, passion, and knowledge of the beef industry through fun and engaging challenges. With tailored activities and exciting prizes, the contest is designed to inspire and connect the next generation of beef industry leaders.

Participants will have the chance to win various prizes from ABP-branded gear to cash to networking opportunities. Top entries may be featured on ABP’s online platforms and in office displays, offering a meaningful way to share participants’ talents with the broader community.

The submission deadline for the contest is Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Winners will be notified by February 10, 2026. You can find the full contest details at albertabeef.org.

For questions regarding the contest, email Debra Murphy at DebraM@AlbertaBeef.org

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Cattle Report

Updated: July 6, 2026

Steers

Live: 362.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 587.50-598.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: 362.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 587.50-598.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 255.00-256.00 (KS, TX, IA, NE) last week
Rail: 403.00 (NE, IA) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 255.00-256.00 (KS, TX, IA, NE) last week
Rail: 403.00 (NE, IA) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 337.32

Canadian Dollar

$70.49   0.24

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
28-Sept-26 316 494 --
26-Oct-26 308 488 --
23-Nov-26 304 476 --
21-Dec-26 304 472 --
18-Jan-27 300 472 --
15-Feb-27 300 462 --
15-Mar-27 300 462 --
Last Updated on July 2, 2026

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