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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
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US Trade- Steers
Live: 185.00 (NE)
Rail: 290.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 290.00 (NE, IA)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 185.00 (NE)
Rail: 290.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 290.00 (NE, IA)
Canadian Dollar
$71.80
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0.23
Drought and Dry Conditions
Alberta Beef Producers has developed this page as a source of drought resources for cattle owners in Alberta. On it, you will find:
Includes: Updates from Government (and maps) | Drought Support and Resources | The Latest from ABP Daily | In the News | Looking after You
In January 2024, the Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance initiative expanded to 23 new regions and the application deadline was extended to February 22.
Livestock drought assistance expanding to new regions in Alberta
Shortly thereafter, the Government of Alberta authorized the Drought Command Team to begin negotiations with major water license holders in southern Alberta river basins. The hope is to complete at least one water-sharing agreement for each of the Red Deer River, Box River, and Oldman River basins. The water-sharing agreements will be entered voluntarily and are expected to be completed before March 31.
Alberta Beef Producers continues to work with the Government of Alberta to explore the possibilities of a potential disaster relief framework.
Updates from Government of Alberta
“Since the last report (May 2, 2024), another major storm system brought significant rains across much of the east-half of the province, ranging from more than 100 mm in the Cypress Hills, 30 to 70 mm through parts of the Central Region and 20 to 40 mm across the agricultural lands in the
North East Region (Map 1). In sharp contrast, most of the Peace Region received very little moisture, a condition that has been ongoing for several months now.”
Drought Support
- Temporary Livestock Water Assistance – Alberta Environment and Protected Areas
- Putting poor crops to alternate use – Agriculture Financial Services Corporation
- Livestock Tax Deferral Provision – Government of Canada
Resources
- Agriculture Moisture Update – Government of Alberta
- Climate and Atlas Maps – Government of Alberta
- Drought Management Strategies – Beef Cattle Research Council
The Latest from ABP Daily
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Commission mechanics: How ABP leverages producer dollars to foster a successful Alberta beef industry
This article was first published in Volume 4 Issue 3 of ABP Magazine (September 2024). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily. Farmers know that a good operator understands the mechanics of how their equipment works. That operator understands what it looks like for things to run smoothly, and if something isn’t running quite right,…
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Highlights from the Chair with Brodie Haugan
This article was first published in Volume 4 Issue 3 of ABP Magazine (September 2024). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily. As we move into fall, it’s a good time to reflect on some summer highlights for our organization. I would have to say the third edition of the Alberta Beef Industry Stampede Summit…
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Mismatch between futures and forward delivery sales
This article was first published in Volume 4 Issue 3 of ABP Magazine (September 2024). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily. Forward delivery feeder sales provide an indication of where prices may be heading this fall. It is also an opportunity to manage risk. Buyers who expect the market to turn higher during the…
In the News
- Drought Livestock Assistance Initiative expanded in Alberta – Rural Routes (January 25)
Looking after you
Farming and ranching can be stressful.
If you need support, try:
Register by phone (Mon-Fri, 9:00-4:00): 1 (833) 827-4230
Register Online
(includes outside of province)
If you or someone you know is thinking of suicide:
Toll Free (24/7): 1 (833) 456-4566
Text support (4pm-12am ET daily): 45645
https://talksuicide.ca/
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1
Featured
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Cattle Report
Updated: 21/11/2024
Steers
Live: ---
Rail: 405.00 del
Heifers
Live: ---
Rail: 405.00 del
Choice Steers
Live: 185.00 (NE)
Rail: 290.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 185.00 (NE)
Rail: 290.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 230.39
Canadian Dollar
$71.80 0.23
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17-Feb-25 | 236 | 338 | -- |
| 17-Mar-25 | 236 | 334 | -- |
| 14-Apr-25 | 242 | 336 | -- |
| 12-May-25 | 246 | 338 | -- |
| 9-Jun-25 | 254 | 338 | -- |
| 7-Jul-25 | 246 | -- | -- |
| 4-Aug-25 | 240 | -- | -- |
Last Updated on November 21, 2024
