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Rail: 492.00-493.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

AB Direct - Heifers

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Rail: 492.00-493.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

US Trade- Steers

Live: 228.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

US Trade - Heifers

Live: 228.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

Canadian Dollar

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0.19

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July 7, 2025 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of July 7, 2025

The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $296.75/cwt live, $1/cwt lower than previous week. Fed prices have declined for three consecutive weeks. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from $494.50-498.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. Cattle that traded were being scheduled…

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July 4, 2025 News

Alberta’s tax credit supports expansion of meat processing facility

Alberta’s government is promoting economic growth and attracting investment through its tax-friendly business environment and agriculture resources. The Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit is an initiative aimed at diversifying the province’s agriculture industry. Beretta Farms is the latest company to benefit from this tax credit, expanding its facility to increase production capacity. The company invested over…

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July 3, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Welcoming appointed delegates

In the December 2024 issue of ABP Magazine, we shared the list of producers acclaimed as delegates following the November nomination deadline. In March, the Board of Directors approved the appointments of three additional producers, including one new and two returning delegates. Jolene McDermott — Northwest Zone Jolene McDermott manages a 100-head cow/calf operation with…

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July 3, 2025 News

Canadian Beef Breeds Council announces new CEO

The Canadian Beef Breeds Council (CBBC) has appointed Macy Liebreich as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. Liebreich joined CBBC last fall and has been working closely with Sandy Russell to ensure a smooth transition in leadership. Shawn Wilson, CBBC Chair, notes Russell’s leadership since 2021 and the benefits her guidance has brought…

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July 2, 2025 Inspiration

Building your beef business: Insights from Modern Steak

Amid the ever-growing panoply of exotic restaurant experiences, steak is still king. “People see going for a high-quality steak dinner as something special,” says Stephen Deere, owner of Modern Steak’s two Calgary restaurants. “We strive to provide the best experience to our guests with a nice bottle of wine, an incredible cut of the best…

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July 2, 2025 News

Alberta invests $3.2 million to boost agricultural innovation

The Alberta government has announced a one-time grant of $3.2 million to twelve applied research associations. This funding aims to upgrade essential equipment, facilities, and infrastructure, enhancing the province’s agricultural research and competitiveness. The grant will enable applied research associations to extend the life of their facilities, address health and safety issues, and improve the…

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June 30, 2025 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of June 30, 2025

Alberta fed prices have a modest pullback over the past couple of weeks, but prices continue to remain historically strong, and basis levels have also strengthened. Fed prices closed the week trading in the high $290s/cwt. Dressed sales were reported from $498.00-$503.00/cwt delivered. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. U.S. interest was…

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June 30, 2025 Checking in with ABP

CRSB Certified: Making the most of your certification

The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) was created to provide a collaborative space for players across the beef value chain to work together on sustainability. The organization works to advance, measure and communicate continual progress in the sustainability of the Canadian Beef value chain. The CRSB Certified program is a voluntary tool to recognize…

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June 27, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Understanding the VBP+ on-farm assessment

When a producer decides to get certified with the Verified Beef Production Plus (VBP+) Program, they go through an on-farm assessment to confirm that they are meeting the requirements of the VBP+ standard. This process can sound intimidating but is really designed to help producers succeed and make the most of their certification. What is…

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June 27, 2025 News

Saskatchewan government announces support measures for producers amid dry conditions

The federal government, alongside the Saskatchewan government has announced new measures by the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) to support producers facing this year’s challenging dry conditions. SCIC will implement the double low yield appraisal process, encouraging acres of low-yielding eligible crops to be diverted for grazing, baling, or silage to make additional feed available….

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June 26, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Enhancing risk management and expanding market access

It might seem strange to still be talking about tariffs, but they have not just been a priority — they’ve been THE priority for government relations at Alberta Beef Producers over the past few months. Tariffs and countermeasures have been a major concern as we’ve worked to support the government’s efforts to protect the country…

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June 26, 2025 Issues & Insights

Brodie Haugan on the value of having producers at the trade table

Can a perfectly grilled ribeye change the course of international trade? In Episode 11 of Season 3 of The Bovine podcast, host Kara Mastel explores that very question with guest Brodie Haugan, previous Chair of Alberta Beef Producers, and current Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) representative. Fresh from a Canadian beef trade mission to Vietnam and…

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Cattle Report

Updated: December 22, 2025

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 492.00-493.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 492.00-493.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 228.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 228.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 355.00-363.00 (IA, NE) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 301.90

Canadian Dollar

$73.01   0.19

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
16-Mar-26 286 446 --
13-Apr-26 290 444 --
11-May-26 298 446 --
08-June-26 302 444 --
06-July-26 294 -- --
03-Aug-26 288 -- --
31-Aug-26 278 440 --
Last Updated on December 18, 2025