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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
November 9, 2022
Checking in with ABP
ABP and Canada Beef team up for The Ultimate Burger Winter
The ABP annual consumer campaign kicked off in July, asking consumers “How do you burger?” The contest wrapped September 1, with connoisseurs leading the pack in the way Albertans take on their favourite burger. “Whether you are a ‘Connoisseur,’ a ‘Squisher,’ a ‘Tipper,’ or a ‘Stealer,’ there are many ways toenjoy a juicy burger prepared…
November 8, 2022
Issues & Insights
ABP aids in front-of-package labelling exemption win
In June, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) aligned with cattle producers and organizations across the country calling on Health Canada to exempt ground beef from the proposed front-of-package (FOP) regulations. As part of the Government of Canada’s Healthy Eating Strategy, proposed labelling regulations included a requirement for ground beef sold at retail to carry a “high…
November 7, 2022
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of November 7, 2022
Alberta fed prices have been disappointing relative to the U.S. market and a historically weak fed basis. Last week’s cash market did however establish new annual price highs. Dressed sales were reported at $304/cwt delivered, with cattle being scheduled for mid-December delivery. U.S. packer interest was quiet with no reported trade going south. For the…
November 2, 2022
Trailblazers
Youth take on pressing agriculture issues
Some of the most pressing issues in agriculture were brought forward during the Alberta Young Speakers for Agriculture (AYSA) event this past summer. Youth between the ages of 11 and 24 from across the province spoke passionately about their chosen issue in the BMO Centre at this year’s Calgary Stampede. All the participants delivered a…
October 31, 2022
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article | Report for the week of October 31, 2022
The Canfax fed steer and heifer price closed the week at $181/cwt, $1/cwt higher than the previous week. Last week, dressed sales were reported from $300.00-300.50/cwt FOB the lot. Pick up dates were all over the map depending on which packer bought the cattle. Cattle were being scheduled anywhere from late November to mid-December delivery….
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Cattle Report
Updated: October 10, 2025
Steers
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Heifers
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Choice Steers
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Rail: 358.00 (NE, IA) *few
Choice Heifers
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Rail: 358.00 (NE, IA) *few
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 304.29
Canadian Dollar
$71.66 0.17
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05-Jan-26 | -- | -- | -- |
| 02-Feb-26 | 310 | 496 | -- |
| 02-Mar-26 | 310 | 492 | -- |
| 30-Mar-26 | 310 | 486 | -- |
| 27-April-26 | 318 | 488 | -- |
| 25-May-26 | 326 | 490 | -- |
| 22-Jun-26 | 322 | 482 | -- |
Last Updated on October 9, 2025
