Live: 280.00 FOB feedlot, last week
Rail: 448.50-453.00 FOB feedlot, last week
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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
Live: 280.00 FOB feedlot, last week
Rail: 448.50-453.00 FOB feedlot, last week
Rail: 448.50-453.00 FOB feedlot, last week
US Trade- Steers
Live: 210.00 (TX, KN) 212.00-215.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 332.00-335.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 332.00-335.00 (IA, NE) last week
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 210.00 (TX, KN) 212.00-215.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 332.00-335.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 332.00-335.00 (IA, NE) last week
Canadian Dollar
$70.17
0.17
0.17
March 11, 2025
News
Canada commits over $500 million to protect hog producers from African Swine Fever threat
The Canadian government is taking significant steps to protect rural communities and the pork industry from the threat of African Swine Fever (ASF). Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Lawrence MacAulay, revealed a funding commitment of up to $567.16 million to support hog producers if key export markets for Canadian pork and live pigs…
March 11, 2025
News
CFIA enforces new restrictions due to Foot and Mouth Disease in Hungary and Slovakia
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced immediate import restrictions following a recent outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Hungary and Slovakia. These measures are crucial to protect Canada’s livestock and mitigate the economic impact of a potential FMD outbreak in the country. FMD susceptible species: Affected commodities: Products and by-products from…
March 10, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of March 10, 2025
Early last week, the U.S. government imposed 25 per cent tariffs on all Canadian and Mexican products coming into the U.S.. However, on Thursday the U.S. granted an exception on any goods imported into the U.S. that are compliant with the free trade agreement (CUSMA). With all this going down, it was a volatile week…
March 9, 2025
News
Agriculture Ministers unite to address Canada-U.S. trade challenges
On March 7, 2025, federal, provincial, and territorial Ministers of Agriculture met to discuss the evolving trade relationship between Canada and the United States. Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, and Ron Kostyshyn, Manitoba Minister of Agriculture, led the meeting, focusing on the impacts of recent tariffs. Building on their February discussions, the…
March 8, 2025
News
China imposes 100 per cent tariff on Canadian canola products amid trade dispute
China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has concluded it’s anti-discrimination investigation against Canada, which began in September 2024 following the Canadian government’s tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum. As a result, China’s State Council Tariff Commission will impose a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian canola oil, canola meal, and several other agricultural commodities…
March 7, 2025
Innovation & Technology
How to read a meat label
Ever wondered what the information on the label of beef means? There’s much to know! Here’s some guidance on the basics. We like to call it anatomy of a label. So much info on this tiny sticker! (a) The Name: This is the official beef cut name. The official name, tells you if the cut is…
March 6, 2025
Health & Production
Beyond the Bull Catalogue: What every rancher needs to know
As we dive into bull sale season, cattle producers face a critical question: how do you find the right herd bull to meet your operation’s goals? In Season 3, Episode 3, of The Bovine podcast, brought to you by Alberta Beef Producers, host Kara Mastel is joined by Dr. Carling Matejka, a veterinarian with Veterinary…
March 5, 2025
Checking in with ABP
ABP announces 2025 Board of Directors
Following a successful Annual General Meeting (AGM), Alberta Beef Producers is pleased to announce the 2025 Board of Directors. The 2024 Board’s first meeting was called to order following the AGM, where Directors elected the Executive, with: In addition to networking with ABP delegates, AGM attendees heard updates from staff, saw discussion on resolutions, and had…
March 5, 2025
News
President Trump announces new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China
As of March 4, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. A 25 percent tariff will be applied to most goods imported from Canada and Mexico. Initially set for February 4, 2025, these tariffs were postponed to March 4 following negotiations with Canadian Prime Minister Justin…
March 3, 2025
News
Alberta’s Budget 2025 boosts agriculture
Last week, the province of Alberta unveiled Budget 2025, with some investments aimed at transforming the agricultural sector. RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation, detailed the province’s strategic initiatives to advance agricultural research and bolster small and medium-sized enterprises. In a recent statement, Minister Sigurdson emphasized the province’s strategic focus on transforming the…
March 3, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of March 3, 2025
Alberta fed prices continue to average in the mid $270’s/cwt. From January to February fed steers and heifer are up $8 and $7/cwt respectively. For the past decade, this is the second largest rally for fed steer and the second largest for fed heifers. Dressed sales were reported from $458-460/cwt delivered, $2/cwt lower than the…
March 1, 2025
Health & Production
Over winter hay storage losses
ABP is excited to feature the writings of Barry Yaremcio, ruminant nutritionist and production management consultant. Barry is a trusted voice in cattle nutrition and forage production, operating Yaremcio Ag Consulting Ltd. This article was originally published on his BYOB Blog, which can be found on his website. When hay is carried over the winter, bales lose weight…
Cattle Report
Updated: 24/03/2025
Steers
Live: 280.00 FOB feedlot, last week
Rail: 448.50-453.00 FOB feedlot, last week
Heifers
Live: 280.00 FOB feedlot, last week
Rail: 448.50-453.00 FOB feedlot, last week
Choice Steers
Live: 210.00 (TX, KN) 212.00-215.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 332.00-335.00 (IA, NE) last week
Choice Heifers
Live: 210.00 (TX, KN) 212.00-215.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 332.00-335.00 (IA, NE) last week
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 270.42
Canadian Dollar
$70.17 0.17
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26-May-25 | 268 | 374 | -- |
| 23-Jun-25 | 270 | 370 | -- |
| 21-Jul-25 | 262 | -- | -- |
| 18-Aug-25 | 258 | 374 | -- |
| 15-Sep-25 | 256 | 378 | -- |
| 13-Oct-25 | 254 | 274 | 436 |
| 10-Nov-25 | 250 | 370 | 432 |
Last Updated on February 27, 2025