Live: 303.50 FOB feedlot
Rail: 495.00-500.00 del
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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
Live: 303.50 FOB feedlot
Rail: 495.00-500.00 del
Rail: 495.00-500.00 del
US Trade- Steers
Live: 223.00-226.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 348.00-355.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 348.00-355.00 (IA, NE)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 223.00-226.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 348.00-355.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 348.00-355.00 (IA, NE)
Canadian Dollar
$71.76
0.11
0.11
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November 5, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Federal Budget 2025: Key agriculture highlights for beef producers
The Government of Canada released its 2025 federal budget on November 4, outlining several new commitments and program adjustments affecting the agriculture sector, including beef producers. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is reviewing the proposed budget and will be monitoring the vote in Parliament on November 17. Here’s a rundown of the key developments: Funding programs Budget 2025 proposes…
November 4, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Upcoming Webinar: Understanding bovine tuberculosis
Editor’s Note: This post has been updated to include the full bovine TB webinar video and a short survey for producers. Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is hosting a webinar on November 17 at 7:00 p.m., with participation from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The session will focus on bovine tuberculosis (bTB) and what it means…
November 3, 2025
Checking in with ABP
ABP opens 2026 Young Creators Contest
Editor’s note: ABP is now extending the entry deadline to January 20, 2026 Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is excited to continue the Young Creators Contest for a second year – open to youth of all ages from pre-school to young adult. This contest is a unique opportunity for young people to showcase their creativity, passion,…
November 3, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 3, 2025
Alberta fed prices over the past eight weeks have declined $17/cwt, but the fed market is starting to show signs of stability, holding around $300/cwt. Fed prices are within $3/cwt of their second-half lows made in early July. Dressed sales were reported from $495–$505/cwt delivered. All Western Canadian packers bought cattle, but competition on the cash market was somewhat limited….
November 3, 2025
Checking in with ABP
A delegate’s perspective on getting involved
ABP delegate nominations are open, and Brenda Rosadiuk, Central Zone Delegate and ABP’s Finance Chair, is encouraging producers to consider putting their name forward. “Serving as a delegate is one of the best ways for a producer to get involved in our industry,” said Rosadiuk, in a recent Cattle Country radio segment. “You get to…
October 30, 2025
Issues & Insights
An autumn update from the Canadian Cattle Association
The opportunity to communicate directly with Alberta producers is something that usually happens in handfuls at ABP meetings or other events through the year. I appreciate the opportunity to reach many more at once through ABP magazine. CCA has a spot in many producer publications across Canada that allow me to regularly shine light on…
October 28, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
The foundation for market access is built on-farm
Alberta’s beef sector has been relatively fortunate, compared to poultry and swine, having experienced few incursions of rapidly spreading diseases with high rates of mortality. That said, we all remember BSE and the devastating, long-lasting impact it had on our industry. We are a sector that relies on trade. Around 40–50 per cent of our…
October 27, 2025
News
NRCB updates Abandonment and Permit Cancellations Policy
The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) has released an updated Abandonment and Permit Cancellations Policy. The updated policy provides clarity on when abandonment of a confined feeding operation or manure storage facility should be considered. Key changes include: Members of the Policy Advisory Group were consulted during the update process, and their feedback is reflected in the final…
October 27, 2025
Health & Production
New data sheds light on changing face of cow-calf management in Canada
A new report from the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) provides a comprehensive look at management practices and performance trends across Canadian cow-calf operations. The Canadian Cow-Calf Adoption Rates and Performance Levels Report is based on multiple survey sources and academic studies. It was developed for BCRC by Canfax Research Services. It tracks adoption trends…
October 27, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 27, 2025
Western Canadian and U.S. prices have been moving in opposite directions as of late. Weighted average fed prices closed $1.00–$2.00/cwt lower in Western Canada last week. Very light dressed sales were reported from $505.00–$508.00/cwt delivered. Competition on the cash market was limited, with one major packer not bidding. Cattle that traded were scheduled for delivery…
October 24, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Joint Statement: Provinces support facilitated dialogue on CCA Reform
Provincial members held several meetings in September at the CCA semi-annual meeting in Quebec to discuss CCA representation, future funding, and governance matters in light of the concerns that have been raised by ABP. While we do not believe there are governance or transparency failures within the CCA, we do have concerns and see value…
October 23, 2025
News
CCA requests termination of Canada-UK trade deal
The Canadian Cattle Association is calling on the Government of Canada to terminate the Canada–UK Continuity Agreement. Despite commitments made under the agreement, the UK continues to block Canadian beef exports while its own beef exports to Canada have surged. CCA says it’s time to “stand up for Canadian beef producers” and pursue truly reciprocal…
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Cattle Report
Updated: October 30, 2026
Steers
Live: 303.50 FOB feedlot
Rail: 495.00-500.00 del
Heifers
Live: 303.50 FOB feedlot
Rail: 495.00-500.00 del
Choice Steers
Live: 223.00-226.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 348.00-355.00 (IA, NE)
Choice Heifers
Live: 223.00-226.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 348.00-355.00 (IA, NE)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 248.97
Canadian Dollar
$71.76 0.11
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-Jan-27 | 290 | 468 | -- |
| 22-Feb-27 | 290 | 460 | -- |
| 22-Mar-27 | 294 | 460 | -- |
| 19-Apr-27 | 300 | 456 | -- |
| 17-May-27 | 306 | 460 | -- |
| 14-Jun-27 | 310 | 462 | -- |
| 12-Jul-27 | 302 | -- | -- |
Last Updated on October 29, 2026
