Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Farm Credit Canada (FCC) to support the development of Root, a generative AI assistant designed to provide agricultural information and guidance to Canadian producers. Root is a free tool developed by FCC to help users access agricultural knowledge and support. The…
Producers in Alberta are being urged to take note of several fast-approaching deadlines related to AgriStability and Hail Insurance programs administered by Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC). These programs are vital tools for managing risk and protecting farm income. AgriStability The AgriStability program, which provides income support when producers experience large margin declines, has two…
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) joined other national agricultural organizations to write an open letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney outlining the opportunities of Canadian agriculture as an economic growth sector. Tyler Fulton, President of the CCA, says they are proud to join with other national agricultural organizations in calling on the Government of Canada…
While the Calgary Stampede is best known for its rodeos and festivities, it also serves as a key opportunity for Alberta’s agriculture sector to connect, collaborate, and advocate. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) took part in several important events throughout the week, engaging with policymakers, industry leaders, and international guests to highlight the priorities of Alberta’s…
The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $297.50/cwt live, $1.50/cwt higher than previous week. Fed prices are around $40/cwt higher than last year. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from $493.50498.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Competition on the cash market was mixed last week. Cattle that traded were scheduled…
Canada’s agriculture ministers have agreed to a significant upgrade to the AgriStability program, aimed at helping farmers better manage the growing risks tied to climate challenges and global trade uncertainty. During a virtual meeting last week, federal, provincial, and territorial ministers committed to a one-year enhancement of the program for 2025. The compensation rate will…
Starting August 1, 2025, changes to Canada’s beef check-off collection rules will take effect in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan to bring greater consistency and fairness to levy collection across Canada. Under the new guidelines, the check-off rate applied to a cattle sale will now align with the seller’s home province, regardless of where the…
Alberta fed prices averaged in the mid $290s/cwt, despite the slight pullback, fed prices are within $5.00/cwt of their highs set back in June. Dressed sales were reported from $495-$500/cwt delivered. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. Cattle that traded were scheduled for delivery throughout August. Over the past couple of weeks,…
In Season 3, Episode 12 of The Bovine podcast, brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers, host Kara Mastel sits down with Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame inductee Dennis Laycraft for a sweeping conversation that covers four decades of industry leadership, innovation, and resilience. This episode isn’t just a history lesson — it’s an inspiring…
One of John Smith’s favourite places is a short walk from the home he grew up in. It’s high enough that you can see neighbouring towns and the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. It’s a place of beauty and philosophy. At night, you can look one direction to see the intensity of light from growing cities, then…
Every year, eligible cattle producers in Alberta have the opportunity to bring forward resolutions through Producer Meetings. Those that are carried at Producer Meetings are sorted and directed by ABP’s Resolution Committee. The following resolutions, including those from Producer Meetings, were considered by delegates at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in March, or by the…
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…