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AB Direct - Steers

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Rail: 492.00-498.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

AB Direct - Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 492.00-498.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

US Trade- Steers

Live: 230.00-231.00 (KN), 240.00-242.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 376.00-382.00 (NE, IA) last week

US Trade - Heifers

Live: 230.00-231.00 (KN), 240.00-242.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 376.00-382.00 (NE, IA) last week

Canadian Dollar

$73.21
0.15

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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.

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January 22, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Canadian Cattle Association calls for diplomatic solutions in face of potential tariffs

In conversation with media after his inauguration on January 20, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly suggested a 25 per cent tariff on all products imported into the United States from Canada could be announced as soon as February 1.   The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is expressing disappointment over the comments.   “The United States and Canada…

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January 20, 2025 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of January 20, 2025

Alberta fed prices continue to rally closing the week in the $270’s/cwt. Establishing new record highs. Dressed sales were reported from $437.00-$442.00/cwt, $2.00-$4.00/cwt stronger than the previous week. There was good competition with all three Western Canadian packers participating. Cattle that traded were scheduled anywhere from immediate to mid-February delivery. U.S. interest was noted with…

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January 15, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Proposed ABP Plan and Bylaw Amendments

In the article entitled Commission Mechanics: How ABP Leverages Producer Dollars to Foster a Successful Alberta Beef Industry (ABP Magazine, Volume 4 Issue 3), Emma Cross explained that Alberta Beef Producers is a commission established under the Marketing of Agricultural Products Act and how ABP, as a commission, differs from other beef cattle organizations that…

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January 14, 2025 Checking in with ABP

ABP launches Young Creators contest

Editors note: The contest deadline has been extended from February 24th to March 7, 2025. Unleash Your Creativity! Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is excited to introduce the Young Creators contest, an opportunity to showcase your creativity, passion, and knowledge of the beef industry! With tailored challenges and amazing prizes, this contest is designed to inspire…

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January 14, 2025 Health & Production

Foot and Mouth Disease detected in water buffalo in Germany

Germany confirmed that Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) was detected in water buffalo on January 10, 2025. This is the first case of FMD in Germany since 1988. This incursion of the FMD virus into Europe warrants heightened awareness by Canadian producers and travellers.  Foot and Mouth Disease is a highly contagious virus that can…

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January 13, 2025 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of January 13, 2025

In Alberta last week, the weighted average fed steer and heifer prices closed the week around $265/cwt, $8/cwt higher than the previous week. Fed cattle prices did establish new record highs. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from $432.75-436.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. U.S. packer interest was supportive and light volumes of…

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January 10, 2025 Checking in with ABP

From the Government Desk

This fall has brought a whirlwind of legislative activity impacting agriculture, with several significant bills and reviews at both the provincial and federal levels. Provincial Legislation In Alberta, amendments to the Meat Inspection Act were introduced on October 30 by Agriculture and Irrigation Minister RJ Sigurdson. These changes aim to address illegal meat sales by…

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January 9, 2025 Innovation & Technology

Virtual Fencing Collars

This story was brought to you in partnership with Olds College of Agriculture and Technology. The Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production (TACLP) at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has recently piloted the use of two different virtual fencing collars, Gallagher’s eShepherd and Nofence, marking a significant advancement in grazing management. This innovative technology…

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January 9, 2025 Checking in with ABP

ILWG 2024: Year in Review

The Intensive Livestock Working Group (ILWG) experienced a year of notable changes and projects in 2024. ILWG includes members from producer groups such as Alberta Beef Producers, Alberta Pork, Alberta Milk, and more, and serves as a connecting forum for these groups. Key highlights of 2024 The ILWG also represented the livestock sector on various…

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January 8, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Annual Report | Canada Beef

Canada Beef is pleased to provide Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) with a year-to-date overview of domestic and international market development and promotion activities to increase demand for Canadian beef while ensuring the maximum value for producer values. ABP’s partnership in Canada Beef’s Provincial Marketing Alliance (PMA) program in fiscal (F)2023-24 included a yearlong consumer campaign…

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January 7, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Annual Report | Canadian Cattle Association

My annual report for ABP as Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) President helps me look back. And ahead. I have been involved in cattle politics for some time and it helps to lift our head up and see past right now. It’s satisfying to see what is accomplished and what is still to be done is…

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January 7, 2025 Checking in with ABP

An influential Canadian ranching experience

Have you noticed the recent mainstream popularity of Western fashion, country music, and romanticized aspects of ranching and rural lifestyle? This trendiness of all things ‘Western’ is an opportunity that the Canadian beef sector can capitalize on — and that is precisely what the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) did this summer. Influencers also experienced a…

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Featured

  • 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: 21/07/2025

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 492.00-498.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 492.00-498.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 230.00-231.00 (KN), 240.00-242.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 376.00-382.00 (NE, IA) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 230.00-231.00 (KN), 240.00-242.00 (NE) last week
Rail: 376.00-382.00 (NE, IA) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 306.88

Canadian Dollar

$73.21   0.15

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
13-Oct-25 282 430 --
10-Nov-25 276 424 --
8-Dec-25 276 412 --
5-Jan-26 -- -- --
2-Feb-26 274 408 --
2-Mar-26 272 404 --
30-Mar-26 272 398 --
Last Updated on July 17, 2025
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