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US Trade- Steers

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US Trade - Heifers

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Canadian Dollar

$73.20
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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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December 18, 2023 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of December 18, 2023

The Canfax fed steer price closed the week around $221/cwt, $4/cwt lower than the previous week. All three Western Canadian packers bought cattle but competition on the cash market was somewhat disappointing. In some instances, packers were limiting the amount of cattle they were buying from each producer. Last week, dressed sales were reported from…

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December 18, 2023 Checking in with ABP

2023 Annual Report: Beef Production and Extension

ABP’s producer-led research committee makes funding decisions after reviewing proposals received through the Agriculture Funding Consortium. Decisions are guided by the Five-Year Canadian Beef Research and Technology Transfer Strategy, and all full proposals undergo a scientific technical review. Over the last year, ABP committed $75,000 to five projects with a total project value of over…

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December 15, 2023 Checking in with ABP

Recipe: Beef Short Ribs with Black-Eyed Peas for a unique holiday meal

Every year, the Jasper Park Lodge hosts an incredible four-day feast and food festival. Thanks in large part to commodity sponsors such as beef, milk, chicken, pork, grains, and pulses, a community of foodies gather to learn from Food Network and Michelin Star chefs. Make beef the star attraction of your holiday gatherings This year…

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December 13, 2023 Checking in with ABP

From ABP’s Government Desk

The cattle market is strong right now, and that’s a relief to a lot of cattle producers. But why don’t we have new producers flocking to the industry? A major barrier is the lack of effective agri-insurance. Cattle producers have managed through drought in the last five years, and that’s something current insurance options don’t…

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December 12, 2023 Current Markets & Forecasts

2023 Beef retail prices reach new highs, domestic supplies projected lower

Average retail beef prices have finally turned lower after trending counter-seasonally higher through the summer. If seasonal trends play out for the remainder of 2023, retail beef prices will decline a significant 7 per cent in October, rebound 10 per cent in November, then decline 12 per cent in December. Retail prices (stewing cuts, striploin…

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December 11, 2023 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of December 11, 2023

Alberta steers averaged $374-$377/cwt FOB last week, $6-7/cwt lower than the previous week’s tone. Live weighted average prices in Alberta were steady to $4/cwt lower than the previous week’s tone, with steers at $225/cwt. Packers appear well positioned with cattle moving through December. Delivery dates are well into the new year. Steer carcass weights in…

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December 11, 2023 Inspiration

Alberta’s Steve Funk recognized for his contribution to farm management excellence

Farm Management Canada recently held its annual Agricultural Excellence Conference where Steve Funk was announced as the 2023 recipient of the Wilson Loree Award. Now in it’s twenty-first year, the award honours individuals or groups who have made an extraordinary contribution to advancing farm business management in Canada. Funk retired earlier this year, as Director…

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December 11, 2023 News

Federal government announces new methane emission reduction incentive

Against the backdrop of Food and Agriculture Day at COP28 — as world leaders convened to deliberate on sustainable solutions — the Government of Canada announced a new economic incentive intended to reduce methane emissions from beef cattle. Under Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System, Environment and Climate Change Canada published a draft fourth protocol,…

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December 9, 2023 Business Tools

#Allforthebeef with Brad Dubeau

This article was first published in Volume 3 Issue 4 of ABP Magazine (December 2023). Watch for more digital content from the magazine on ABP Daily. It’s been a year of real extremes for beef producers in Alberta. We were excited to see the record-high prices for calves and yearlings in the fall run. Although we have seen prices…

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December 8, 2023 Business Tools

Buying or selling a confined feeding operation? Here’s what you need to know

If you are planning to buy or sell a confined feeding operation (CFO) you should consider contacting the Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) early in your process. Here’s what you need to know about your rights and obligations under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA).  For the buyer  Under AOPA, anyone who buys or otherwise…

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December 8, 2023 Business Tools

Nominations open for AFSC’s Women In Ag Award

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) has opened nominations for the Women in Ag Award. Awarded annually, the award recognizes the passion, dedication, and commitment of Alberta women within agriculture and agribusiness in Alberta. Up to seven people will be chosen to receive an AFSC-branded award and a full attendance package for Advancing Women in Agriculture…

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December 8, 2023 Checking in with ABP

ABP Magazine, Volume 3 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. Published by Brad Dubeau,Alberta Beef Producers EditorLindsay Roberts CreativeTracy Irving Front Cover DesignPark Digital Writing Dianne FinstadRobin GaleyTaylor KalbfleischMark LysengDebra…

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Featured

  • 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.

    Learn More

Cattle Report

Updated: 25/07/2025

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 500.00 del

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 500.00 del

Choice Steers

Live: 231.00 (TX)
Rail: ---

Choice Heifers

Live: 231.00 (TX)
Rail: ---

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 313.73

Canadian Dollar

$73.20   0.31

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
20-Oct-25 280 438 --
17-Nov-25 276 436 --
15-Dec-25 278 420 --
9-Feb-26 276 414 --
9-Mar-26 274 410 --
6-Apr-26 274 406 --
Last Updated on July 24, 2025