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AB Direct - Steers

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Rail: 500.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)

AB Direct - Heifers

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Rail: 500.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)

US Trade- Steers

Live: 237.00 (TX)
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US Trade - Heifers

Live: 237.00 (TX)
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Canadian Dollar

$72.78
0.13

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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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July 27, 2025 News

RDAR and FCC partner to advance AI tool for Canadian producers

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…

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July 23, 2025 News

AgriStability and Hail Insurance deadlines approaching

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…

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July 22, 2025 News

Let’s grow Canada: Staking a claim for agriculture in the Government mandate

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…

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July 22, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Stampede Spotlight: ABP’s advocacy efforts on and off the grounds

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…

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Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of July 21, 2025

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…

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July 21, 2025 News

AgriStability Program increases to better support farmers in 2025

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…

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July 15, 2025 News

New rules to streamline beef check-off collection

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…

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Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of July 14, 2025

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,…

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July 14, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Dennis Laycraft reflects on four decades in the industry

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…

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July 9, 2025 Checking in with ABP

A shared philosophy in the Foothills

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…

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July 7, 2025 Checking in with ABP

Key resolutions results for 2025

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…

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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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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: 07/08/2025

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 500.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 500.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)

Choice Steers

Live: 237.00 (TX)
Rail: ---

Choice Heifers

Live: 237.00 (TX)
Rail: ---

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 311.73

Canadian Dollar

$72.78   0.13

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
03-Nov-25 292 456 --
01-Dec-25 290 448 --
29-Dec-25 -- -- --
26-Jan-26 292 440 --
23-Feb-26 290 432 --
23-Mar-26 290 430 --
20-Apr-26 294 428 --
Last Updated on August 7, 2025