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February 17, 2023 Checking in with ABP

Producer feedback wanted on Sustainable Agriculture Strategy

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is looking for producer input on the new Sustainable Agriculture Strategy. This strategy will be a long-term plan “to further advance the sustainability, competitiveness, and vitality of Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector,” according to AAFC. There are two ways you can share your thoughts on the Sustainable Agriculture Strategy: 1. Attend…

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December 26, 2022 Innovation & Technology

What We’re Reading | AAFC’s Agricultural Innovations

By Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Every year, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) shares some of the highlights of its research successes through Agricultural Innovations. We are pleased to announce that the latest edition of Agricultural Innovations (Volume V) is now available online for you to view on the Government of Canada Publications website. In it, you’ll…

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July 27, 2022 Checking in with ABP

Survey: National Agricultural Labour Strategy consultations

Share your thoughts on agricultural labour challenges and opportunities in Canada. To further prepare for the development of a National Agricultural Labour Strategy, the Government of Canada is asking for feedback from the agriculture and agri-food sector. Rejuvenating the Workforce: Developing a National Agricultural Labour Strategy (AgLS) “Canada’s agricultural sector is an important engine of…

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May 26, 2022 Checking in with ABP

Priorities for the 44th Parliament and beef’s role in economic recovery

Actively engaging the Government of Canada on the priorities of the Canadian beef industry is a key focus of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA). In early December 2021, Bob Lowe, CCA Past President, and Carley Henniger, President of the Young Cattlemen’s Council (YCC), had the unique opportunity to interview the Federal Agriculture Minister, Marie-Claude Bibeau,…

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May 20, 2022 Innovation & Technology

What We’re Reading | How to transform livestock waste into products of economic and ecological value

From Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada As ecological approaches to reduce the impact of human activities on the environment multiply, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s (AAFC) Research and Development Centre in Sherbrooke, Quebec, continues to innovate in this area. Scientists are expanding the vast experience of the Sherbrooke Research and Development Centre in the valorization of manure…

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May 5, 2022 Checking in with ABP

What We’re Reading | A leg up for young cattle producers

CCA’s new president discusses his priorities, including investing in the beef industry’s next generation, improving market access and risk management, plus protecting Canada’s herd from foot-and-mouth disease By Piper Whelan, Canadian Cattlemen Reg Schellenberg knows what it’s like to be a young rancher, just starting out with the odds stacked against his family. In the early…

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April 25, 2022 Checking in with ABP

AAFC announces up to $3.6M to support Canada Beef export efforts

Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, today announced funding of up to $3.6 million in the Canadian beef industry. The funding will be used to support Canada Beef in its efforts to boost exports of beef and veal products, remain competitive, and continue to be a driver of economic growth. According to the Government…

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January 19, 2022 Current Markets & Forecasts

South Korea lifts temporary suspension of Canadian beef imports

South Korea has lifted its temporary suspension of Canadian beef imports. The suspension was imposed in December, after an atypical case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) was identified in Alberta. Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau calls it “great news for our cattle sector, who provide the world with safe, high-quality beef.” The regulations…

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January 4, 2022 Issues & Insights

Looking to a post-drought spring

As you walk across a drought-stricken perennial forage stand, you’ll hear the crunch of dry grass, and   see the cracking of soils, eager for more rain. There may be enough grass to inspire hope, to catch snow, and to offer a quick start to next year’s grazing season. Or, there may not. Perhaps this…

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December 9, 2021 Issues & Insights

Government of Canada launches AgriCommunication Initiative

On Thursday, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau, launched the AgriCommunication Initiative with up to $8 million over three years “to support projects that promote consumer awareness of the strengths of the agriculture sector.” “Consumers have a growing interest in learning more about where homegrown agricultural products come from and how they’re made,” said…

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November 12, 2021 Checking in with ABP

Living Labs application needs producer input

Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is working closely with Alberta Barley, Alberta Wheat Commission, and several other industry organizations to identify and test innovative management practices or technologies on-farm. We have identified significant opportunities for the beef, forage and cropping sectors to work together to improve management practices and take advantage of new technologies that are…

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October 18, 2021 Business Tools

Genomics-enhanced genetic management trial looking for participants

Managing herd genetics is difficult without the right tools, and even harder when you produce crossbred cattle. Optimizing herd genetics The first part to optimizing herd genetics is selecting sires/dams with the best genes. This can be achieved by purchasing breeding stock that have the best estimated progeny differences (EPDs). However, EPDs can have low…

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Cattle Report

Updated: June 29, 2026

Steers

Live: ---
Rail: 591.50-595.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

Heifers

Live: ---
Rail: 591.50-595.00 FOB feedlot (last week)

Choice Steers

Live: 258.00 (TX, KN), 258.00-262.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 408.00-410.00 (IA, NE) last week

Choice Heifers

Live: 258.00 (TX, KN), 258.00-262.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 408.00-410.00 (IA, NE) last week

Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 333.63

Canadian Dollar

$70.60   0.10

Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
21-Sept-26 324 508 --
19-Oct-26 318 502 --
16-Nov-26 310 494 --
14-Dec-26 312 482 --
08-Feb-27 306 478 --
08-Mar-27 306 476 --
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Last Updated on June 25, 2026

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