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US Trade- Steers
Live: 235.00-240.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE)
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 235.00-240.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE)
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA)
Canadian Dollar
$72.72
0.34
0.34
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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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Finding Support
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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…
June 18, 2024
Checking in with ABP
ABP Presents: Running with the Ranchers
During the pandemic, we saw a drastic decrease in requests for education and in-classroom programming. While our ‘Beef in the Classroom’ materials are still current, we decided we needed a program that encompassed more than just ‘the beef,’ and engaged students in a more practical way. Over the past year, ABP has worked on restructuring…
June 17, 2024
News
Canadian Agricultural HR Council receives funding to support women in agriculture
The Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) is receiving funding from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) to advance the National Women in Agriculture and Agri-Food Network Project. The project, titled “National Women in Agriculture and Agri-Food Network,” aims to foster the advancement of women in Canadian agriculture through research, collaboration, and knowledge mobilization. The overarching…
June 17, 2024
News
Minister MacAulay announces early list of Livestock Tax Deferral regions
To provide producers with more certainty heading into the summer months, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Lawrence MacAulay, is announcing an early list of regions that are eligible for Livestock Tax Deferral in 2024. “As a farmer myself, I know firsthand the challenges and uncertainty our producers face due to extreme weather,” says…
June 17, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of June 17, 2024
Last week, Alberta fed steer and heifer both traded softer compared to the previous week, averaging $264 /cwt and $263/cwt, respectively. There was moderate competition among packer with one packer not buying. Dressed sales were reported at $433-440/cwt delivered. Cattle that are traded are scheduled for delivery in the first half of July. The Alberta…
June 17, 2024
Checking in with ABP
All for the Beef — An update from ABP’s General Manager
With calving, processing, and planting underway and even complete in some areas, it won’t be long before producers will be moving the herds to summer pastures. It’s been a ‘relocation’ time for us here at the ABP office as well. At the end of April, we packed up the headquarters and headed just down the…
June 17, 2024
Health & Production
Alfalfa can be grazed safely: Things to think about before turning cows out on high-legume pastures
This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on May 23, 2024. Including alfalfa in a grazing stand makes sense. The potential benefits include increased soil fertility through nitrogen fixation, improved plant biodiversity, boosted forage yields and improved animal performance. Alfalfa can also be used to create a hedge against poor…
June 12, 2024
News
Capital gains changes threaten family farms, say industry leaders
After weeks of research and consultation with farm tax accountants, Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) says capital gains inclusion rate changes will increase taxes by 30 per cent on family-run grain farms. Other industry leaders, such as the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) and Canadian Cattle Youth Council (CCYC) are calling on the Government of Canada…
June 11, 2024
Checking in with ABP
2024 AGM Recap
This year’s Annual General Meeting was held in conjunction with the Alberta Beef Industry Conference in Calgary, AB. Attendees heard updates from ABP staff; elected the 2024 Board of Directors, CCA and Beef Cattle Research (BCRC) representatives; saw discussion on resolutions; and had the privilege of hearing from the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ…
June 11, 2024
News
Meat sector urges government support for rural economy
Recent changes to foreign worker rules by the Government of Canada are having a disproportionate impact on the rural Canadian economy, according to a recent release from the Canadian Meat Council (CMC). National organizations representing the Canadian meat industry are calling on the federal government to reconsider recent changes and take action to keep food…
June 11, 2024
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Canadian Angus Association receives federal boost for genetic advancement
The Canadian cattle industry has received a significant federal investment aimed at enhancing genetic evaluation tools for beef and dairy cattle. Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lawrence MacAulay, announced a grant of up to $1.6 million to the Canadian Angus Association (CAA) through the AgriScience Program – Projects Component. This funding will allow CAA…
June 10, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of June 10, 2024
In Alberta last week, weighted average fed steer and heifer prices closed the week around $264.50/cwt live, $3/cwt higher than the previous week. This is the third consecutive week that fed steer prices have averaged over $260/cwt. Dressed sales were reported from $426.50-438.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Most of the cattle that traded would be picked…
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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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Cattle Report
Updated: 01/08/2025
Steers
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Rail: 490.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)
Heifers
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Rail: 490.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)
Choice Steers
Live: 235.00-240.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE)
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 235.00-240.00 (KN, TX), 244.00-245.00 (NE)
Rail: 383.00-385.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 309.85
Canadian Dollar
$72.72 0.34
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27-Oct-25 | 292 | 450 | -- |
| 24-Nov-25 | 288 | 440 | -- |
| 22-Dec-25 | 290 | 430 | -- |
| 19-Jan-26 | 288 | 430 | -- |
| 16-Feb-26 | 286 | 424 | -- |
| 16-Mar-26 | 284 | 420 | -- |
| 13-Apr-26 | 286 | 418 | -- |
Last Updated on July 31, 2025