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AB Direct - Steers

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Rail: 525.00-527.00 del

AB Direct - Heifers

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Rail: 525.00-527.00 del

US Trade- Steers

Live: 238.00-240.00 (NE, KN)
Rail: 375.00 (NE, IA)

US Trade - Heifers

Live: 238.00-240.00 (NE, KN)
Rail: 375.00 (NE, IA)

Canadian Dollar

$72.22
0.07

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November 28, 2022 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 28, 2022 

The Canfax fed steer and heifer price closed the week around $182.25/cwt, a couple dollars higher than the previous week. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $302.00-302.50/cwt FOB the lot. Cattle were being scheduled for the first half of January delivery. Light volumes of Alberta-fed cattle traded to the U.S. Depending on freight and…

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November 28, 2022 Business Tools

Locally made animal health solutions respond to Alberta producer needs

Beef producers can now have a say to help ensure their animal health needs are met through local pharmaceutical manufacturing. An innovative, family-run Alberta business is manufacturing animal health products right here in Calgary to meet industry demands. Alberta Veterinary Laboratories (AVL) and Solvet work together to “innovate by request”—seeking industry input about products that…

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November 24, 2022 Trailblazers

National TESA Recipient for 2022: Bar 7 Ranch

For the Fossen family of south central British Columbia (B.C.), applying proper stewardship to forage and water management on their private land as well as Crown range pastures not only benefits the environment, it makes good business sense for their ranching operation.  As the second and third generation on the Bar 7 Ranch near Rock…

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November 23, 2022 Trailblazers

With a little love and tenderness…

Alberta beef tenderloin – a delicate and delicious favourite at the meat counter. Beef consumers have a longstanding love affair with beef tenderloin. It is a favourite at the meat counter and understandably so.  Beef tenderloin is widely regarded as the most tender cut of beef. Part of the long loin, the tenderloin is the…

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November 22, 2022 Checking in with ABP

We’ve moved tag distribution closer to industry

On July 11, CCIA brought tag distribution in-house and closer to industry. Moving away from a third-party provider allows producers to buy closer to the source and access any approved tag on the market, at competitive prices.  The webstore tags.canadaid.ca has been revamped to provide a seamless shopping experience which is mobile-responsive, so you can…

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November 22, 2022 Checking in with ABP

Alberta rancher recognized for community volunteerism

One Alberta rancher’s dedication to giving back was recently recognized with a special honour. Miles Wowk, who ranches at Beauvallon, AB, received the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pin for his long-time commitment to charity fundraising in his community. “There are no words that can truly explain how vital a volunteer is to the success and sustainability…

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November 22, 2022 Issues & Insights

Seeking sire success

Summer’s over and the bulls are ready for their winter off. They’ve made their contribution to production and can be off the active ranch radar. But the time has come to look beyond their seasonal service, to see if there’s room for management improvement. “We think about bulls getting semen tested in the spring, and…

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November 21, 2022 Current Markets & Forecasts

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 21, 2022

The seasonal shift of leverage from the packer to the cattle feeder has not materialized, as packers continue to have the upper hand on the market. Packers were also limiting the amount of cattle they were buying from each producer. Dressed sales ranged from $304-305/cwt, $1-4/cwt higher than the previous week. Cattle were being booked…

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November 15, 2022 Health & Production

Survey: Attitudes around tuberculosis and brucellosis in wood bison

Researchers at the University of Calgary are looking at potential ways to manage the health of wild wood bison with a focus on tuberculosis and brucellosis, and they need your help. Drs. David C. Hall and Kyle Plotsky, independent researchers employed by the University of Calgary, are working to understand peoples’ attitudes about wood bison, the disease…

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November 14, 2022 Checking in with ABP

Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 14, 2022

The Canfax fed steer and heifer price closed the week around $183/cwt, $1.75/cwt higher than the previous week. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $298.50-302.50/cwt FOB the lot. Cattle were being scheduled for the second half of December delivery. Light volumes of AB fed cattle traded to the U.S. Depending on freight and dressing…

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November 14, 2022 Issues & Insights

What We’re Reading | Alberta beef takes centre stage at Farmfair International

By CTV News Edmonton Animals were the star of the show this weekend, with Alberta beef cattle getting pampered and paraded at one of Canada’s top agricultural shows. Farmfair International is Alberta’s largest beef cattle show, and it kicked off Wednesday at the Edmonton Expo Centre. This year’s event is the largest since 2017, with…

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November 10, 2022 Issues & Insights

AHEM releases new resource for non-disease related emergencies

The Animal Health Emergency Management (AHEM) project has recently released its new resource, Emergency Response Procedures for NON-DISEASE RELATED EMERGENCIES. The 10-page document was developed to provide producers and animal caregivers with guidance on preparing for and responding to: You can view, download, and print the new resource by visiting www.animalhealth.ca/resources. 

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Cattle Report

Updated: 12/09/2025

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 525.00-527.00 del

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 525.00-527.00 del

Choice Steers

Live: 238.00-240.00 (NE, KN)
Rail: 375.00 (NE, IA)

Choice Heifers

Live: 238.00-240.00 (NE, KN)
Rail: 375.00 (NE, IA)

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 313.85

Canadian Dollar

$72.22   0.07

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
08-Dec-25 292 458 --
02-Feb-26 294 454 --
02-Mar-26 292 448 --
30-Mar-26 292 442 --
27-April-26 300 442 --
25-May-26 306 444 --
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Last Updated on September 11, 2025