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Rail: 382.00-384.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 382.00-384.00 (NE, IA)
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January 20, 2026
Business Tools
Thinking of Building? Contact the NRCB about permit requirements
Unauthorized construction at confined feeding operations is on the rise The Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) is seeing a significant increase in unauthorized construction at confined feeding operations across Alberta. Compared to 2024, complaints related to unauthorized construction are up approximately 32 per cent, while enforcement actions have increased by about 125 per cent. This…
January 20, 2026
Business Tools
Changing the dialogue on mental health and wellness
It’s not your average deck of cards. There are no kings or queens and the game involves as much talking as it does thinking. It can be played alone like solitaire, in pairs, as a family or with a team. Conversation cards they are called — and there are thousands of these decks found in…
January 19, 2026
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of January 19, 2026
From a supply perspective, fed calf supplies are declining while yearling volumes are increasing. As more summer-placed yearlings enter the slaughter mix, carcass weights have started to seasonally decline. Last week, the Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $301.50/cwt live, $4/cwt higher than the previous week. Since late November, fed prices have…
January 16, 2026
Health & Production
Cracking the heritability code
Choosing traits that pay off Improving the genetics of your beef herd starts with knowing which traits you can change through genetics and which traits respond better to management practices. Because cattle have a long generation interval, every bull or replacement heifer you choose affects your herd for years. That’s why understanding heritability, and how…
January 16, 2026
Checking in with ABP
Ways to minimize shrink when handling cattle
One of the costs when selling cattle is shrink — pounds lost when cattle are stressed and emptying their bladders and digestive tract. The body weight of individuals may vary. Morning weights, when cattle are relatively empty, are less than mid-day or evening weights when the gut is full, unless they were held off feed…
January 13, 2026
Checking in with ABP
Remembering former ABP Chair Rick Burton
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is saddened to learn of the passing of Rick Burton of Claresholm, a past Chair of ABP and a long-time advocate for Alberta’s cattle industry. A third-generation rancher from the Porcupine Hills west of Claresholm, Burton devoted his life to raising cattle, stewarding the land and speaking up for producers. He served the…
January 12, 2026
Checking in with ABP
ABP welcomes Wildlife Policy Advisor
ABP is pleased to welcome Samuel Vriend, who joins the organization as Wildlife Policy Advisor starting in January 2026. In this role, Vriend will advance beef producers’ priorities related to wildlife policy, working closely with ABP’s Government Relations & Policy and Beef Production & Extension teams. Samuel Vriend will represent ABP on key industry and…
January 12, 2026
Checking in with ABP
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of January 12, 2026
Alberta fed cattle prices have been on an upward swing since mid-December. Weighted average prices were around $3.00/cwt stronger than mid-December, when prices were last published. Dressed sales were ranging from $497.00–500.50/cwt FOB the feedlot, with immediate to first half of February delivery. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. Since the first…
January 12, 2026
News
Christina Franc appointed CEO of 4-H Canada
4-H Canada has announced the appointment of Christina Franc as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective later this month. Franc joins 4-H Canada after more than 15 years in senior leadership roles with national nonprofit organizations, most recently at United Way Centraide Canada (UWCC). During her time at UWCC, she worked closely with community partners…
January 10, 2026
Checking in with ABP
CFIA releases statement on proposed amendments to traceability regulations
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has released a statement regarding the proposed amendments to livestock traceability regulations. CFIA confirms that the proposed amendments are not finalized and not currently in place, and that the agency will pause publication of the regulations while continuing consultation and considering concerns raised by industry and partners. Read the full CFIA statement here See consolidated information…
January 9, 2026
Checking in with ABP
ABP calls for halt to proposed traceability regulatory changes
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is recommending that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) halt the finalization of the upcoming federal traceability regulation changes to allow for additional, meaningful consultation with producers. While public consultation occurred in 2023, ABP believes further review is necessary to ensure traceability can be effectively and consistently implemented at the farm…
January 7, 2026
News
Two Albertans selected as 2026 Nuffield Canada Scholars
Two Albertans, Jolene Noble of Manning and Ashley Nicholls of De Winton, have been named among the 2026 Nuffield Canada Scholars. The Nuffield Canada Scholarship program supports innovative agricultural leaders through self-directed research and international travel, allowing scholars to explore global perspectives on issues shaping the future of agriculture. Each 2026 scholar will receive a…
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Cattle Report
Updated: February 27, 2026
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Choice Steers
Live: 244.00-245.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 382.00-384.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 244.00-245.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 382.00-384.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 313.46
Canadian Dollar
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-May-26 | 310 | 476 | -- |
| 22-June-26 | 310 | 470 | -- |
| 20-July-26 | 304 | -- | -- |
| 17-Aug-26 | 300 | 470 | -- |
| 14-Sep-26 | 294 | 470 | -- |
| 12-Oct-26 | 292 | 468 | 586 |
| 09-Nov-26 | 284 | 458 | 580 |
Last Updated on February 27, 2026