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Featured
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Taylor Ranches receives 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is proud to announce the Taylor family as the recipients of the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award.
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July 10, 2024
Health & Production
Clipping or swathing early maturing pastures
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. Plants are heading out earlier than normal this year. This…
July 9, 2024
Checking in with ABP
An update from the Government Desk
When you think of Mexico, you probably envision Tequila, Mariachi music, beaches and hot weather. Well, while there might not be beaches, the rest is quintessential Guadalajara, Jalisco – the birthplace ofTequila and Mariachi, and renowned for its hot climate. But what you might not have associated with this vibrant city is a cattle show…
July 9, 2024
News
CCA receives AgriMarketing funding to expand international markets for beef producers
The Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) is pleased to receive up to $453,364 over 3 years (from 2023-2026) from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s AgriMarketing Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The funding will be earmarked for CCA’s activities aimed at increasing awareness and demand for Canadian beef in existing and new international markets….
July 8, 2024
Trailblazers
Home on the Milk River Ridge
On the Alberta-Montana border, set above the surrounding plains, is a unique expanse of glacial-formed prairie grasslands. Known as the Milk River Ridge, the area features rolling fescue hills, with pockets of wetlands that provide critical habitat to many sensitive and at-risk species of wildlife. On the northern slope of the ridge, west of…
July 8, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of July 8, 2024
In Alberta last week, weighted average fed steer and heifer prices closed the week around $255/cwt live, $2/cwt lower than the previous week. Last week, buying interest was noted from all three Western Canadian packers and dressed sales were reported from $425.75-427.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Most of the cattle that traded were scheduled anywhere from…
July 2, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of July 2, 2024
Alberta fed cattle traded softer for the third consecutive week. Dressed sales were reported at the lower end of last week’s trading range. Cattle are scheduled for pick up in three weeks. For the week ending June 15th, Canadian fed cattle exports to the U.S. were 7,638 head, were up 7 per cent from last…
July 2, 2024
News
Canadian Cattle Young Leaders names its 2024 Program semi-finalists
The Canadian Cattle Association’s (CCA) Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) Program is pleased to announce its semi-finalists for the upcoming 2024-2025 program year. Established by CCA in 2010, the Canadian CYL Program welcomes young people ages 18-35 from across Canada involved in all areas of the beef supply chain. The Canadian CYL Program aims to…
June 24, 2024
Innovation & Technology
Compostable net wrap developed in Central Alberta
Good-bye plastic! Nature’s Net Wrap, developed on a ranch east of Edmonton, will provide ranchers with a sustainable alternative, eliminating plastic waste. Compostable bale wrap is available for beef producers through CNH Industrial dealers starting May 2024.Nature’s Net Wrap is made from 100 per cent plant-based, renewable resources. Cofounded by Alberta ranchers Austin Ruud and…
June 24, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of June 24, 2024
In Alberta last week, weighted average fed steer and heifer prices closed the week around $260.50/cwt live, $2.50/cwt lower than the previous week. Fed cattle prices are $14/cwt higher than a year ago. Last week, a softer price tone was noted as the week progressed. Buying interest was noted from all three Western Canadian packers…
June 20, 2024
Checking in with ABP
By-products display surprises attendees of Stampede Aggie Days
From April 10 to 14, Alberta Beef Producers attended the annual Stampede Aggie Days on the Calgary Stampede Grounds. Partnering with multiple agricultural organizations, we were excited to introduce the new Running with the Ranchers program, as well as engage with approximately 9,000 students between the grades of four and six. Our “More than the…
June 19, 2024
Checking in with ABP
Research Update: Five projects receive funding in 2023
Proposals are received through the Agriculture Funding Consortium, undergo a scientific technical review, and then are evaluated by the producer representatives on the ABP research committee. Decisions are guided by the Five-Year Canadian Beef Research and Technology Transfer Strategy and consider scientific merit as well as benefits for the beef sector in the short, medium…
June 18, 2024
News
Expanding high-speed internet access in rural Alberta
More than 14,000 rural Alberta households are set to gain access to faster, more reliable, and affordable high-speed internet. In a joint effort between the federal government and the province of Alberta, a combined investment of $153 million will bring high-speed internet to 120 rural and remotes communities across the province. To date, the federal…
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Taylor Ranches receives 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award
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Cattle Report
Updated: 26/07/2024
Steers
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Heifers
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Choice Steers
Live: 190.00 (TX, KN)
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Choice Heifers
Live: 190.00 (TX. KN)
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Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 273.73
Canadian Dollar
$72.35 0.10
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21-Oct-24 | 242 | 340 | -- |
| 18-Nov-24 | 234 | 336 | -- |
| 16-Dec-24 | 238 | 326 | -- |
| 13-Jan-25 | -- | -- | -- |
| 10-Feb-25 | 238 | 332 | -- |
| 10-Mar-25 | 236 | 330 | -- |
| 7-Apr-25 | 242 | 334 | -- |
Last Updated on July 26, 2024
