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US Trade- Steers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (NE)
Rail: 355.00 (NE)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (NE)
Rail: 355.00 (NE)
Canadian Dollar
$71.21
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March 6, 2024
News
Alberta invests $390 million over five years to rural broadband service
Through Alberta’s Broadband Strategy, the Alberta government is investing $390 million over five years in rural broadband service so Albertans can stay connected, improve digital literacy, support their livelihoods and improve access to education, health care, and the global marketplace. The initiative builds upon an existing agreement between the two levels of government. Back on…
March 6, 2024
Health & Production
Why protein is important
All living creatures and plants contain protein. Plants take in nitrogen to produce protein. Some animals, including cattle, consume plant material. During digestion of the forage, the plant protein is broken down into amino acids. Rumen bacteria, protozoa, fungi, and viruses rebuild the amino acids into proteins that are required by the animal. Microbes that…
March 5, 2024
Checking in with ABP
Risks and prevention strategies for Foot and Mouth Disease in Canadian cattle
This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on February 29, 2024. Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is a highly infectious virus that has disastrous consequences on the livestock industry and the population of beef cattle and other cloven-hoofed animals worldwide. Fortunately, Canada has achieved FMD-free status, but everyone must stay vigilant…
March 5, 2024
Business Tools
Livestock receipts rose 9.8 per cent in 2023: Statistics Canada
Both livestock and crop receipts experienced an increase from January to December 2023, according to Statistics Canada (StatsCan). Livestock receipts experienced a 9.8 per cent increase in 2023, reaching $37.3 billion, while total crop receipts saw a 2.0 per cent increase, reaching $54.9 billion compared to the previous year. The cattle industry accounted for over…
March 4, 2024
News
Labour market forecast predicts growing shortages across agricultural industries
Recent research examining worker shortages throughout Canada’s agricultural industry is projecting that the fruit and vegetable industry will bear the brunt of the domestic labour gap and could be required to fill more than 35,000 jobs during its peak season by 2030. This funding, published in the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council’s (CAHRC) latest labour…
March 4, 2024
Business Tools
Alberta set to launch new Drought and Flood Protection Program
Pending the passing of Budget 2024, $125 million is set to be invested over the next five years for Alberta’s new Drought and Flood Protection Program. This program is designed to help vulnerable municipalities and Indigenous communities across the province develop the long-term infrastructure needed to improve their drought and flood resilience and adapt to…
March 4, 2024
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of March 4, 2024
In Alberta last week, the weighted average fed steer and heifer price was around $233.50/cwt live, over $10/cwt higher than the previous week. Alberta fed prices are at the highest point since October 2023. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $368.50-$376.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Cattle that traded were being scheduled for early April delivery….
March 1, 2024
News
Public Notice – AFAC Closure
Alberta Farm Animal Care Association (AFAC) was started in 1993 by Alberta livestock producers. Throughout the past 30 years, AFAC has developed into the collective voice of the livestock industry on matters of livestock welfare and provided an opportunity for the industry to work together to advance and promote responsible livestock care. AFAC’s vision was…
March 1, 2024
Business Tools
Discover your new trusted partner in livestock financing
No matter what goals you’ve set for your beef operation, the Feeder Associations of Alberta has timely, low-cost financing options to help your business thrive. Jake Wedman may have been raised on a mixed farming and dairy operation, but when it came time to build something of his own, the beef industry was calling his…
March 1, 2024
News
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada announces funding to improve sustainability benchmark
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) has announced funding of over $3.1 million to the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute (CAPI) under the AgriAssurance Program – National Industry Association Component. This program is under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. This funding will be used to make improvements to the National Index on Agri-Food Performance, which acts as…
March 1, 2024
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RDAR set to deliver On-Farm Climate Action Fund through to 2025
Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) has announced that it will deliver the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) through to March 31, 2025. The 2024 program will begin receiving online applications on March 1, 2024. OFCAF supports adopting beneficial management practices (BMPs) that reduce greenhouse gas emissions while fostering economic and environmental sustainability. Agriculture and Agri-Food…
February 28, 2024
Checking in with ABP
ABP announces 2024 Board of Directors
Following a successful Annual General Meeting (AGM), Alberta Beef Producers is pleased to announce the 2024 Board of Directors. The 2024 Board’s first meeting was called to order following the AGM, where Directors elected the Executive, with: In addition to networking with ABP delegates, AGM attendees heard updates from staff, saw discussion on resolutions, and had…
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Cattle Report
Updated: November 7, 2025
Steers
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Heifers
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Choice Steers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (NE)
Choice Heifers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN)
Rail: 355.00 (NE)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 299.90
Canadian Dollar
$71.21 0.22
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02-Feb-26 | 286 | 440 | -- |
| 02-Mar-26 | 284 | 436 | -- |
| 30-Mar-26 | 284 | 432 | -- |
| 27-April-26 | 290 | 432 | -- |
| 25-May-26 | 300 | 434 | -- |
| 22-June-26 | 296 | 426 | -- |
| 20-July-26 | 286 | -- | -- |
Last Updated on November 7, 2025