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Live: 318.00-321.25 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 518.00-526.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

AB Direct - Heifers

Live: 318.00-321.25 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 518.00-526.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

US Trade- Steers

Live: 238.00-240.00 last week
Rail: 373.00-378.00 (NE, IA) last week

US Trade - Heifers

Live: 238.00-240.00 last week
Rail: 373.00-378.00 (NE, IA) last week

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  • Delegate nominations open for 2026

    If you are passionate about Alberta’s cattle industry, 18 years or older, and have paid check-off in the last two years, consider running as a delegate in your zone.

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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 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 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…

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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…

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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…

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October 27, 2022 Checking in with ABP

ABP Funding Update

By Brad Dubeau and Melanie Wowk Since running a three-part series on ABP’s financial situation, we’ve continued to work to find a solution that will benefit Alberta’s beef industry. When the Board of Directors reviewed the latest refund report, there was some optimism around the table. A slight decrease in refunds was reflected year over…

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October 24, 2022 Checking in with ABP

Cheers to new adventures

After a valued 17 years, Alberta Beef Producers is bidding farewell to our friend, colleague and mentor, Katelyn Laverdure.  Over the years, ABP has seen incredible changes, including record-setting droughts and shifts in staffing. Through those changes, Katelyn has been an invaluable resource, offering knowledge and mentorship on everything from the history of ABP to…

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October 21, 2022 Checking in with ABP

Out and about with Alberta Beef Producers

Did it feel like summer went by in a blink of an eye? For us too. The first restriction free summer had the team at ABP hustling around the province. Here’s a few highlights from the ABP team’s summer: Save On Foods Meet the Ranchers – June 11, 2022 This year, alongside other Western provinces,…

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October 20, 2022 Checking in with ABP

Highlights from the Chair | Strength in numbers

It’s been a busy summer, with a return to conferences and events. As we continue trying to stabilize from the drought, herd dispersals and low feed supplies, I am actually optimistic. Everything is signaling the promise of strong calf prices. The question is: how strong do they need to be to help us recover? Or…

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  • Delegate nominations open for 2026

    If you are passionate about Alberta’s cattle industry, 18 years or older, and have paid check-off in the last two years, consider running as a delegate in your zone.

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Cattle Report

Updated: 15/09/2025

Steers

Live: 318.00-321.25 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 518.00-526.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: 318.00-321.25 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 518.00-526.50 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 238.00-240.00 last week
Rail: 373.00-378.00 (NE, IA) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 238.00-240.00 last week
Rail: 373.00-378.00 (NE, IA) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 316.69

Canadian Dollar

$72.22   0.00

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