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Wildfire Updates and Resources
ABP has developed curated lists of wildfire resources for livestock owners in Alberta. Find quick links to emergency alerts and our latest articles on ABP Daily or head to AlbertaBeef.org for long-term resources related to emergency preparedness.
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Finding Support
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October 18, 2021
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 18, 2021
Canfax fed steer and heifer prices closed last week around $156.50/cwt, fully steady with the previous week. Fed cattle prices are $21/cwt higher than last year. Last week dressed sales were reported from $260.50-263.50 FOB lot. Cattle that traded last week were being booked for the middle of November delivery. For the week ending October…
October 17, 2021
Inspiration
Recipe: Instant pot meatballs and spaghetti
Delicious Instant Pot Meatballs and Spaghetti on the table in 20 minutes?! This isn’t a drill. Up your weeknight dinner game with this delicious crowd pleasing favourite. Around here, dinner prep time is at a premium. I love making recipes that taste like they’ve been simmering for hours but are on the table in less…
October 16, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Taking care in difficult times
We are all in this together Farming and ranching have long been one of the more stressful and dangerous occupations. In addition to the physical demands in the field, there is something we don’t talk about enough and that is the emotional labour and demands of our industry. The constant worry about the animals in our…
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…
October 14, 2021
Innovation & Technology
New steel wrap-around RFID tags now available
Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) is announcing a new, metal wrap-around beef tag with RFID technology. The tag is produced by Shearwell Data. The microchip is overmolded in a plastic insert, allowing easy readability and uncompromised read range. In addition, Destron Fearing’s eTag (DMR RFID) has been upgraded. It now includes a fully molded outer…
October 14, 2021
Issues & Insights
What We’re Reading | Destructive, invasive wild pigs in Alberta have breached national park boundary for 1st time
Bob Weber, The Canadian Press One of the most destructive and rapidly spreading invasive species on the continent has been found for the first time in a Canadian national park. Wild pigs, which tear up landscapes and eat everything from roots to bird eggs to deer, are regularly present in Elk Island National Park —…
October 13, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Out and about with Alberta Beef Producers
After 18 months of video calling and alternative forms of communication, it has been refreshing to be able to attend events and have face-to-face contact once again. Here’s an update on where we’ve been so far this summer: Calgary Stampede – July 9-18, 2021 While I attended a small number of bull sales and events…
October 13, 2021
Issues & Insights
What We’re Reading | Consumers get a side of carbon with their beef
By Doug Ferguson, Western Producer Industry leaders say beef production plays an important role in carbon sequestration that is not well known by consumers Consumers concerned about the environmental impact of greenhouse gases from Canada’s beef industry aren’t looking at the full picture, a recent webinar at the University of Calgary was told. “We really need…
October 13, 2021
Health & Production
Fall Nutrition: Not a one-tub-fits-all solution
Ensuring a transition of optimal health and feed efficiency Alberta provides some of the best rangeland in the world – rolling native grasslands, wide-open spaces, and water – all crucial to raising healthy, profitable, world-class, Alberta beef. As cattle come back from summer pastures and into their fall and winter-feeding routines however, it is important…
October 12, 2021
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 12, 2021
Western Canadian fed prices have chopped sideways for the past six weeks with prices ranging from $156-158/cwt. Western Canada has not been alone as eastern Canadian and US prices have also maintained a steady price trend. Dressed sales were reported from $263-265/cwt delivered, cattle were being scheduled for the week of November 1st and 8th…
October 10, 2021
Inspiration
Recipe: Grilled teriyaki beef sticks
Who can resist tender grilled beef on a stick? This recipe for Teriyaki Beef Sticks combines tender marinated beef with a sweet and savoury, honey-based Teriyaki Sauce. Grill it up for dinner in minutes. Though Teriyaki sauce and marinade has become a favourite here in North America and around the world, it has its roots…
October 10, 2021
Health & Production
Ag Mental Health Week running its second year
Three years after winning Farmer of the Year, and starting to speak publicly about personal experiences with depression, Peter (Pete) and Paula Hynes had a conversation that led to the start of a global initiative. It was during Farm Safety Week, when the Hynes duo realized Ireland loses more farmers to suicide than farm accidents….
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Wildfire Updates and Resources
ABP has developed curated lists of wildfire resources for livestock owners in Alberta. Find quick links to emergency alerts and our latest articles on ABP Daily or head to AlbertaBeef.org for long-term resources related to emergency preparedness.
Wildfire Updates -
Finding Support
If you need someone to talk to but you're not sure where to go, have a look through some important resources from across Canada.
Learn More
Cattle Report
Updated: 18/07/2025
Steers
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Heifers
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Choice Steers
Live: 231.00 (KN), 240.00 (NE)
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Choice Heifers
Live: 230.00 (KN), 240.00 (NE)
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Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 308.64
Canadian Dollar
$73.03 0.12
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-Aug-25 | 274 | 398 | -- |
| 22-Sep-25 | 270 | 398 | 458 |
| 20-Oct-25 | 264 | 394 | 454 |
| 17-Nov-25 | 260 | 388 | 450 |
| 15-Dec-25 | 260 | 378 | 446 |
| 9-Feb-25 | 260 | 376 | 454 |
Last Updated on May 29, 2025