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US Trade- Steers
Live: 230.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 230.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Canadian Dollar
$71.72
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Delegate nominations open for 2026
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July 16, 2024
Checking in with ABP
Home for Dinner at Ronald McDonald House
During the month of May, volunteers from ABP, Cattle Feeders and Canada Beef, attended the “Home for Dinner” events at their local Ronald McDonald Houses across the province. This year we made it a goal to attend all four locations for Alberta: Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer and Medicine Hat. Depending on the location, the volunteers…
July 15, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of July 16, 2024
In Alberta last week, weighted averaged fed prices held steady with the previous week at $255/cwt live. Following seasonal trends, trading steady to weaker as summer heat sets in. When taking a step back and look at where we started, fed prices have rallied by about $37/cwt since the start of the year. Making it…
July 15, 2024
Checking in with ABP
The Bovine: Landscapes, community, and next generations
For this episode of The Bovine, Kara Mastel went behind-the-scenes with two of the 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award recipients: Courtney and Clayton Taylor, of Taylor Ranches. The trio talk about land conservation, succession planning, their favourite (or not so favourite) breeds of cattle, and so much more. Tune in below, download for later, or find…
July 12, 2024
News
JBS expands beef processing facility in Brooks
JBS Foods Canada is investing approximately $90 million into its Brooks, Alberta, plant. The expansion includes a new patty processing line, and a state-of-the-art fulfillment center. By ramping up production, JBS Canada will produce an additional seven million kilograms of beef patties annually. This increase will primarily supply restaurants in Western Canada. The Honourable Danielle…
July 10, 2024
News
New funding will enhance VBP+ Program in Alberta
Calgary, Alberta – Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) welcomes the announcement of $1.9 million in funding for Verified Beef Production Plus (VBP+) through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP). This investment represents a significant boost for Alberta’s beef industry and reinforces ABP’s commitment to sustainable practices. The key enhancements to the VBP+ program include: New…
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 of Tequila and Mariachi, and renowned for its hot climate. But what you might not have associated with this vibrant city is a cattle…
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…
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Cattle Report
Updated: October 28, 2025
Steers
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Choice Steers
Live: 230.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 230.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00-360.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 302.37
Canadian Dollar
$71.72 0.08
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19-Jan-26 | 312 | 490 | -- |
| 16-Feb-26 | 312 | 486 | -- |
| 16-Mar-26 | 312 | 482 | -- |
| 13-April-26 | 314 | 480 | -- |
| 11-May-26 | 324 | 484 | -- |
| 08-June-26 | 328 | 482 | -- |
| 06-July-26 | 318 | -- | -- |
Last Updated on October 23, 2025
