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Rail: 497.50-503.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

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Rail: 368.00-372.00 (IA, NE) last week

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October 27, 2025 News

NRCB updates Abandonment and Permit Cancellations Policy

The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) has released an updated Abandonment and Permit Cancellations Policy.

The updated policy provides clarity on when abandonment of a confined feeding operation or manure storage facility should be considered.

Key changes include:

  • Clearer criteria based on the condition of facilities
  • Guidance on how to assess the owner’s intent
  • Recognition of disease as a valid reason for temporarily stopping the use of a facility.

Members of the Policy Advisory Group were consulted during the update process, and their feedback is reflected in the final policy.

For more information or questions about this policy contact your local NRCB field office, email NRCB at info@nrcb.ca, or visit the NRCB website:

Morinville 780-939-1212

Red Deer/Airdrie 403-340-5241

Lethbridge 403-381-5166

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The NRCB is responsible for reviews of proposed major natural resource projects under the Natural Resources Conservation Board Act (NRCBA), and for the regulation of confined feeding operations (CFOs) in Alberta under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA).

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Updated: October 27, 2025

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Live: 295.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 497.50-503.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

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Live: 295.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 497.50-503.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

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Live: 238.00-240.00 Last week
Rail: 368.00-372.00 (IA, NE) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 238.00-240.00 Last week
Rail: 368.00-370.00 (IA, NE) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 305.90

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