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Canadian Dollar
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Featured
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Taylor Ranches receives 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is proud to announce Plateau Cattle Co. as the recipients of the 2025 Environmental Stewardship Award.
Meet John Smith and Laura Laing -
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.
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May 30, 2025
Checking in with ABP
Alberta enhances wildfire preparedness
In response to increasing wildfire activity, Alberta’s government is taking steps to safeguard communities and improve emergency response. This includes investments in equipment and personnel, alongside strategies to boost local firefighting capacity, readiness, and resilience. Through the Wildland Urban Interface Program, six local fire departments will receive funding to improve wildfire preparedness and response capabilities….
May 29, 2025
Health & Production
The role of soil microbes in forage growth
What if the secret to better beef starts underground? In this Episode of The Bovine Podcast, host Kara Mastel sits down with Dr. Jonathan Bennett, associate professor of Plant Ecology at the University of Saskatchewan, to explore the complex, unseen world of soil microbiomes and how they are reshaping the future of beef and forage…
May 29, 2025
News
Alberta invests in veterinary diagnostics to support livestock industry
Starting with Budget 2025, the Alberta government is allocating $9.5 million over three years to the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM). This funding will support the operation of a comprehensive veterinary diagnostic laboratory. UCVM’s diagnostic services provide local veterinarians with accurate diagnoses at competitive prices, aiding in treatment decisions that enhance animal…
May 28, 2025
News
Western Crop Innovations announces Trevor Sears as permanent Executive Director
Western Crop Innovations (WCI) has appointed Trevor Sears as the new permanent Executive Director. After a comprehensive four-month search led by WCI’s Interim board and Osborne Talent Acquisition, Sears will officially assume the role on June 2, 2025, just after WCI’s first Annual General Meeting. Trevor Sears brings over 30 years of experience in Canada’s…
May 27, 2025
Health & Production
Selecting replacement heifers: Boosting longevity and return on investment
Whether beef cattle producers retain females from within their own herd or purchase them, replacement heifers come at a cost and are an investment into the future herd. Selecting the right animals and proper management is necessary to meet on-farm goals and improve the longevity of heifers as future breeding cows. A recent analysis of 63 farms…
May 27, 2025
News
U.S. cattle on feed decline by 2 per cent
As of May 1, 2025, the United States reported a total of 11.4 million cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more head. This figure represents a 2 per cent decrease compared to the same date in 2024. In April, feedlot placements amounted to 1.61…
May 26, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of May 26, 2025
The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $298/cwt live, $1.50/cwt higher than previous week. Fed cattle prices are $38-39/cwt higher than a year ago. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from $494.00-498.50/cwt FOB the feedlot. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. Cattle that traded were…
May 23, 2025
News
Canadian Cattle Young Leaders names 2025 program semi-finalists
Canadian Cattle Young Leaders (CYL) is pleased to announce the semi-finalistsfor the upcoming 2025–2026 program year. Established by the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) in 2010, the CYL Program welcomesyoung people ages 18–35 from across Canada involved in all areas of the beef supply chain.The CYL Program aims to build the next generation of industry leaders…
May 20, 2025
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of May 20, 2025
It was another exciting week for the fed cattle market with new highs being established. Fed prices have trended steady to higher for the past ten weeks. The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $296.50/cwt live, $3.50/cwt higher than previous week. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales reported from…
May 15, 2025
News
Anthrax confirmed in Paynton, Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Agriculture has issued a warning to livestock producers following the confirmation of anthrax in cattle within the Rural Municipality (RM) of Paynton No. 470. Laboratory tests on May 13 identified anthrax as the cause of death. Anthrax, caused by the bacteria Bacillus anthracis, can remain dormant in soil for decades. Environmental changes, such as…
May 14, 2025
News
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association hosts second annual Kids FarmSafe week
The Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) is hosting the second annual Kids FarmSafe Week from May 12-18, focusing on “Nurturing the Future of Agriculture.” This event aims to raise awareness about health and safety risks for children and youth on farms. Following the success of last year’s Kids FarmSafe Week, CASA is encouraging farm families,…
May 13, 2025
News
Prime Minister Carney names new cabinet, including new agriculture minister
On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Carney announced his new cabinet, which features a mix of returning and new faces. This cabinet differs from previous ones, featuring fewer ministers and the return of Secretaries of State, who have specific roles, but are not officially part of the cabinet. The new government plans to encourage investment…
Featured
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Taylor Ranches receives 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is proud to announce Plateau Cattle Co. as the recipients of the 2025 Environmental Stewardship Award.
Meet John Smith and Laura Laing -
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: 08/08/2025
Steers
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Rail: 500.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)
Heifers
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Rail: 500.00-505.00 del (bids/sales)
Choice Steers
Live: 245.00 (NE)
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Choice Heifers
Live: 245.00 (NE)
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Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 310.45
Canadian Dollar
$72.82 0.05
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03-Nov-25 | 292 | 456 | -- |
| 01-Dec-25 | 290 | 448 | -- |
| 29-Dec-25 | -- | -- | -- |
| 26-Jan-26 | 292 | 440 | -- |
| 23-Feb-26 | 290 | 432 | -- |
| 23-Mar-26 | 290 | 430 | -- |
| 20-Apr-26 | 294 | 428 | -- |
Last Updated on August 7, 2025