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Live: 230.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
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September 3, 2021
Issues & Insights
What We’re Reading | UCalgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine welcomes a new dean
Dr. Renate Weller says veterinarians have important role to play in solving ‘big, global challenges’ By Jennifer Allford, for Faculty of Veterinary Medicine So far this week, Dr. Renate Weller, DVM, PhD, has moved into her new office at the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, greeted first-year students at the Foothills campus, met with…
September 3, 2021
Business Tools
Food & AgTech Fund to invest in women-led and diverse companies
The51 Ventures is now fundraising for its Food & AgTech Fund, specific to women-led and diverse businesses in agriculture, food and aquaculture technology sectors. Inspired by disproportionate investments in women-founded teams, and a need for more diverse representation in ag, The51 is seeking investors, and entrepreneurs. The organization says championing women and diverse founders offers…
September 2, 2021
Issues & Insights
What We’re Reading | Relief money is coming soon, but the pain will be long lasting
By Alexis Kienlen, Alberta Farmer Express The first drought relief payment of $94 per head should be in the hands of cattle producers soon. Alberta Beef Producers has been working with the provincial crop insurer to get the drought relief money out as quickly as possible, said general manager Brad Dubeau. “We’re continuing to work with Agriculture Financial Services…
September 2, 2021
Health & Production
Ivermectin not authorized to prevent or treat COVID-19
Do not use ivermectin in an attempt to prevent or treat COVID-19. Human formulations of ivermectin should only be used for specific parasitic worm infections, and only under the supervision of a health provider. There are growing concerns of the unauthorized use of ivermectin to try to prevent or treat COVID-19. In a safety alert,…
September 2, 2021
Innovation & Technology
How ag plastics recycling works in Alberta – challenges and opportunities
Cleanfarms and the Alberta Agricultural Plastics Recycling Group (APRG) are publishing a series of information articles for Alberta farmers to develop a shared understanding of the importance of used agricultural plastics resource management. Every farmer in Alberta who uses tools such as plastic grain bags, agricultural baler twine and bale wrap faces the same obstacles…
September 1, 2021
Issues & Insights
CFA hosting National Ag Leaders Debate
Updated September 2, 2021 to reflect a change in one of the panelists, and new details on how to watch the debate. The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is once again hosting a National Ag Leaders Debate, this time in the run up to Canada’s 43 federal election. Event Details: The debate will take place…
September 1, 2021
Trailblazers
Dr. Surya Acharya recognized with national industry award
Each year, the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) solicits nominations for the Canadian Beef Industry Award for Outstanding Research and Innovation. The award recognizes scientists that are actively involved in the beef cattle industry, performing research that is aligned with industry priorities, engaging with industry and producers to determine their most pressing needs, and that…
August 31, 2021
Issues & Insights
What We’re Reading | I am concerned about climate change — can I still eat beef?
By Dr. Silke Nebel, Vice-President – Science and Conservation, Birds Canada Climate change and loss of biodiversity and are two challenges threatening the future of humanity. They are referred as “twin crises” because the factors driving them – and the potential solutions – are tightly linked. Trying to address one without addressing the other may…
August 31, 2021
Innovation & Technology
Groups interested in delivering support for BMPs: apply now
The Government of Canada is looking for support in delivering the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. The Fund will provide $200 million (2021-2024) towards the adoption of beneficial management practices to store carbon and reduce greenhouse gas emissions directly on farms. Support will go specifically to nitrogen management, cover cropping, and rotational grazing practices, though other…
August 30, 2021
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of Aug 30, 2021
Over the past three weeks fed cattle prices have rallied $4/cwt moving back over $154/cwt. Light trade developed last week with the bulk of sales reported at $260/cwt delivered, and cattle were being scheduled for the second half of September delivery. For the week ending August 21st Western Canadian fed slaughter totaled just over 49,000…
August 27, 2021
Checking in with ABP
Drought relief coming to Alberta livestock producers
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is working closely with Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC), and the Governments of Alberta and Canada, as they develop a process for drought relief funding, as part of the AgriRecovery response for the province. We expect to see applications open in September, and will share the details as soon as we…
August 26, 2021
Health & Production
Considering withdrawal periods before shipping animals
Editor’s Note: This is part of a series of monthly columns by Melissa Downing, Alberta’s Provincial Coordinator with VBP+. Find previous articles on ABP Daily. This time of year, many of us are gearing up to ship our calves, yearlings, or cull cattle off the farm. Given the current pasture and feed situation in most…
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Cattle Report
Updated: October 28, 2025
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Choice Steers
Live: 230.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 230.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 302.37
Canadian Dollar
$71.72 0.08
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19-Jan-26 | 312 | 490 | -- |
| 16-Feb-26 | 312 | 486 | -- |
| 16-Mar-26 | 312 | 482 | -- |
| 13-April-26 | 314 | 480 | -- |
| 11-May-26 | 324 | 484 | -- |
| 08-June-26 | 328 | 482 | -- |
| 06-July-26 | 318 | -- | -- |
Last Updated on October 23, 2025
