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Press Room

Welcome to Alberta Beef Producers’ Press Room.

For all media inquiries, please contact:

Debra Murphy
Phone: 403-451-1176
Email: debram@albertabeef.org

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Releases

  • ABP welcomes government aid to combat drought

    The Government of Alberta has committed to providing an immediate $136 million for Alberta’s livestock producers to purchase feed and water, and cover fencing costs. This much needed assistance will support farmers and ranchers through the devastating drought in Alberta. “Alberta Beef Producers has worked closely with the Government of Alberta to deliver on the needs

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  • ABP welcomes government support for producers impacted by drought

    The Government of Canada has announced support for producers who are struggling due to the severe and widespread drought affecting the Prairie provinces. Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau announced the early designation of the Livestock Tax Deferral, and immediate adjustments to the AgriInsurance program to make drought-damaged crops available for feed.   “I am extremely pleased with today’s announcement from Minister Bibeau. A significant portion of our proposals to the government were included in

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  • CCA with the support of CCGA and GGC request temporary but immediate drought related actions on crop insurance

    Calgary, AB – Severe drought conditions are creating significant concerns for beef, grain and oilseed producers in the prairie provinces and parts of B.C. and Ontario.    Extreme temperatures and below average rainfall have deteriorated pasture, hay and crops, creating limited feed resources and have some beef producers struggling to maintain their herd sizes.  A top priority for beef producers is to maintain the cattle herd

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Cattle Report

Updated: January 7, 2026

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Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
16-Mar-26 286 446 --
13-Apr-26 290 444 --
11-May-26 298 446 --
08-June-26 302 444 --
06-July-26 294 -- --
03-Aug-26 288 -- --
31-Aug-26 278 440 --
Last Updated on December 18, 2025