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June 27, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Understanding the VBP+ on-farm assessment
When a producer decides to get certified with the Verified Beef Production Plus (VBP+) Program, they go through an on-farm assessment to confirm that they are meeting the requirements of the VBP+ standard. This process can sound intimidating but is really designed to help producers succeed and make the most of their certification. What is…
June 27, 2025
News
Saskatchewan government announces support measures for producers amid dry conditions
The federal government, alongside the Saskatchewan government has announced new measures by the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) to support producers facing this year’s challenging dry conditions. SCIC will implement the double low yield appraisal process, encouraging acres of low-yielding eligible crops to be diverted for grazing, baling, or silage to make additional feed available….
June 26, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Enhancing risk management and expanding market access
It might seem strange to still be talking about tariffs, but they have not just been a priority — they’ve been THE priority for government relations at Alberta Beef Producers over the past few months. Tariffs and countermeasures have been a major concern as we’ve worked to support the government’s efforts to protect the country…
June 26, 2025
Issues & Insights
Brodie Haugan on the value of having producers at the trade table
Can a perfectly grilled ribeye change the course of international trade? In Episode 11 of Season 3 of The Bovine podcast, host Kara Mastel explores that very question with guest Brodie Haugan, previous Chair of Alberta Beef Producers, and current Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) representative. Fresh from a Canadian beef trade mission to Vietnam and…
June 25, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Canada Beef adopts new market diversification strategy amid trade challenges
Canada’s cattle industry was spared from the United States administration’s reciprocal tariffs on April 2, due to a carve out for products that are Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) compliant such as Canadian live cattle and beef. The reprieve continued for CUSMA compliant goods the following week when the U.S. administration implemented and then paused some of…
June 25, 2025
News
CWRC allocates nearly $20 million to AAFC wheat breeding activities
The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) has announced an investment of $19.9 million over the next three years in a core breeding agreement (CBA) with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). This funding aims to develop field-ready wheat varieties, ensuring Prairie farmers have continued access to high quality wheat genetics. The new agreement is intended to…
June 24, 2025
Checking in with ABP
CCA’s approach to tariffs and market access
The start of my term as president is during an odd combination of events. In Canada, a federal election campaign just wrapped up. While this would traditionally be a quieter time for CCA, my calendar quickly filled up with invitations to attend meetings in Washington, D.C. and with key stakeholders in Canada as we continue…
June 24, 2025
News
CFIA increases cattle compensation limits
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced an increase in the maximum compensation values for cattle under its animal compensation regulations. This amendment to the Compensation for Destroyed Animals and Things Regulations (CDATR) is set to provide financial support to cattle producers affected by reportable diseases. Effectively June 20, cattle producers can now receive…
June 23, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
USDA reports decline in cattle on feed
The National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS), Agricultural Statistics Board, and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its latest report indicating a slight decline in the number of cattle on feed in the United States. As of June 1, 2025, the total number of cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in…
June 23, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of June 23, 2025
The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $298.50/cwt live, $1.50/cwt lower than previous week. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from $497.00-502.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. A few cattle were booked for immediate delivery but in general, lift times are…
June 20, 2025
News
University of Manitoba establishes BCRC Chair in Beef Cattle Economic Sustainability
The University of Manitoba (UM), in collaboration with Manitoba Beef Producers, Manitoba Agriculture, and Manitoba Beef and Forage Initiatives, has announced the establishment of the BCRC Chair in Beef Cattle Economic Sustainability, thanks to a $1.5 million grant from the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC). Craig Lehr, BCRC chair and Alberta beef producer, emphasized the…
June 20, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Reflecting on trade, tariffs, and industry challenges
Since being elected your ABP chair in March, it feels like we’ve jumped in head first! Literally, within the first hour or two after being appointed, we got right into some media scrums. Since the timing of our AGM and the following Alberta Beef Industry Conference coincided with tariffs scheduled to take effect, there were…
Cattle Report
Updated: 28/08/2025
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Boner Cows
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-Nov-25 | 298 | 474 | -- |
| 22-Dec-25 | 300 | 466 | -- |
| 19-Jan-26 | 300 | 466 | -- |
| 16-Feb-26 | 300 | 460 | -- |
| 16-Mar-26 | 300 | 456 | -- |
| 13-April-26 | 302 | 452 | -- |
| 11-May-26 | 310 | 454 | -- |
Last Updated on August 21, 2025