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December 26, 2024 Health & Production

‘Tis the Season…to check in on mental health

If the holiday season and planning for the year ahead seem exceptionally daunting, know that you are not alone. The holiday season and winter bring a unique set of additional stressors for producers that can significantly impact mental health. While this time of year is often viewed as a period of celebration and family gatherings,…

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December 23, 2024 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of December 23, 2024

Fed steers and heifers in Alberta closed last week $3-4 higher than the previous week, averaging $256/cwt. Dressed sales were from $418-420/cwt delivered, around $2/cwt higher than the previous week. Live sales were $262-265/cwt FOB the feedlot. U.S. packer interest was noted, and trade to the U.S. was at a premium to local deals. Heading…

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December 22, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Annual Report | Marketing

Magazine ABP Magazine is printed and distributed to more than 18,000 producers, auction markets, and industry stakeholders across the province. 2024 Marks the fourth volume of the ABP Magazine. All Ways Alberta Beef Campaign In late 2023, the “All Ways Alberta Beef” campaign by ABP and Think Shift was recognized with Best of CAMA wins…

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December 21, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Annual Report | Stakeholder Relations

The stakeholder relations portfolio encompasses a diverse range of activities aimed at keeping cattle producers informed and engaged in our work. This includes regular updates on ABP initiatives, effective media relations, and dedicated efforts in portfolios such as youth engagement and the Environmental Stewardship Award. Producer Communications In 2021, ABP launched a site dedicated to…

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December 21, 2024 Inspiration

Celebrating 50 years of Farmfair International

This year Alberta wrapped up its fall show circuit with a bang as quality cattle from across the country attended the 50th year of Farmfair International. With the exhibit halls packed, quality genetics were on display over the course of the week at the Edmonton Expo Centre. Alberta Beef Producers was represented by General Manager…

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December 20, 2024 Current Markets & Forecasts

Smaller fall auction volumes provide rebound in feeder prices

Alberta auction volumes from August through October were 18 per cent smaller than last year and 6 per cent smaller than the five-year average. Across western Canada, auction volumes were 13 per cent smaller than last year and 2 per cent smaller than the five-year average. Tighter supplies have shown up all year long, with…

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December 17, 2024 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of December 16, 2024

In Alberta last week, weighted average fed steer and heifer prices closed the week around $252/cwt live, $4.75/cwt higher than the previous week. Since the end of October, fed prices have rallied $14/cwt. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from $415.00-416.00/cwt FOB the feedlot. U.S. packer interest was supportive and light…

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December 15, 2024 Checking in with ABP

ABP Magazine, Volume 4 Issue 4

In the months following publication, most of the articles in the magazine find a second home on ABP Daily. And so should the cover, and some of the many faces that make this magazine possible. ABP Magazine Published ByBrad Dubeau,Alberta Beef Producers EditorLindsay Roberts CreativeTracy Irving Front Cover DesignZoe McMullen Writing Brenna GrantDebra MurphyDianne FinstadJamie…

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December 13, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Annual Report | Government Relations and Policy

The early July Stampede Summit was a major success, with a record number of Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in attendance. The Premier delivered remarks to a packed audience of beef producers and industry stakeholders, highlighting the importance of the beef industry in Alberta and reaffirming the government’s support. The event fostered productive conversations…

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December 12, 2024 Health & Production

Annual Report | Beef production and extension

ABP’s producer-led Research Committee once again invested producer check off dollars into research in 2023 to improve the competitiveness, sustainability, and profitability of beef producers. 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…

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December 11, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Annual Report | A message from the General Manager

Reflecting on the past year, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) has achieved significant milestones, driven by invaluable feedback from our producers, and our agreement with Canadian Cattle Association, which has allowed additional investments in Alberta’s beef industry. In January and February we returned to offering our Producer Meetings over shared meals. For a modest $10, producers…

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December 10, 2024 Checking in with ABP

Annual Report | A message from the Chair

In the last decade, the Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) commission has seen successes, challenges, and transformations. We’ve learned and grown through these experiences, and I’ve been honoured to support our community of cattle producers along the way. In such a diverse industry, it can be challenging to coordinate a unified voice. In the last few…

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Cattle Report

Updated: March 6, 2026

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 535.00-539.00 del

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 535.00-539.00 del

Choice Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 375.00-376.00 * few (IA, NE)

Choice Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 375.00-376.00 * few (IA, NE)

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 315.70

Canadian Dollar

$73.46   0.39

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
01-Jun-26 310 472 --
29-Ju-26 308 464 --
27-Jul-26 302 -- --
24-Aug-26 296 466 --
21-Sep-26 292 466 582
19-Oct-26 290 464 586
16-Nov-26 282 456 584
Last Updated on March 5, 2026

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