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  • Wildfire Updates and Resources

    ABP has developed curated lists of wildfire resources for livestock owners in Alberta. Find quick links to emergency alerts and our latest articles on ABP Daily or head to AlbertaBeef.org for long-term resources related to emergency preparedness.

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June 20, 2025 News

University of Manitoba establishes BCRC Chair in Beef Cattle Economic Sustainability

The University of Manitoba (UM), in collaboration with Manitoba Beef Producers, Manitoba Agriculture, and Manitoba Beef and Forage Initiatives, has announced the establishment of the BCRC Chair in Beef Cattle Economic Sustainability, thanks to a $1.5 million grant from the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC). Craig Lehr, BCRC chair and Alberta beef producer, emphasized the…

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June 7, 2025 Health & Production

Shape the future of beef research in Canada

The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) is calling on cattle producers and industry participants to share their insights on key issues affecting the sustainability and competitiveness of the Canadian beef industry. By participating in a brief 14-question survey, you can help steer the direction of research and knowledge mobilization efforts for the next five years….

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June 5, 2025 Health & Production

Travel safe: Stop foot and mouth disease at the gate

As summer approaches, many Canadians begin planning vacations and welcoming visitors to their farms. With increased travel and farm traffic, everyone —both those working on and visiting farms— are part of keeping Canada free of foreign animal disease such as Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). For beef cattle producers, travelling safe involves knowing key information before returning to…

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May 27, 2025 Health & Production

Selecting replacement heifers: Boosting longevity and return on investment

Whether beef cattle producers retain females from within their own herd or purchase them, replacement heifers come at a cost and are an investment into the future herd. Selecting the right animals and proper management is necessary to meet on-farm goals and improve the longevity of heifers as future breeding cows. A recent analysis of 63 farms…

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April 12, 2025 Health & Production

Polycrops: Challenges, triumphs, and valuable lessons from beef producers

This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website. Polycrop forage blends have become a popular tool among beef producers to increase soil health, manage grazing, improve cow performance and enhance resilience to changing weather conditions. However, as with any farming practice, the results can vary based on location, weather and management…

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February 28, 2025 Health & Production

Tips for managing colostrum to ensure healthy newborn calves

This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website. Calves born unassisted and uncompromised will typically stand and nurse from their mothers within one to two hours after birth. However, calves that experience a difficult or prolonged birth, have a swollen tongue, experience hypothermia or are a twin may be less vigorous…

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February 20, 2025 Health & Production

Growing forage crops — what does it cost?

This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on January 30, 2025. Do you know the cost of producing the forage you feed? For beef cattle producers, optimizing forage crop production is essential for financial sustainability. However, estimating the costs associated with forage production can be challenging. The new BCRC Forage…

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February 12, 2025 Checking in with ABP

RDAR partners with ABP & BCRC to deliver $6 million to boost beef research and productivity

RDAR, a leader driver of results-driven agriculture research, Alberta Beef Producers (ABP), and the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC), are announcing that over $6 million has been committed to a series of projects that will advance beef research in Canada’s largest beef producing province. Funding in part has been provided by federal and provincial governments…

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January 30, 2025 Health & Production

Bale feeding options: pros and cons of common strategies

This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on November 1, 2021. Bale feeding is common across Canada for all classes of cattle especially during winter months. There are many different management strategies to deliver bales as feed. To help you determine the best option for you and your cattle, see…

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January 28, 2025 News

Canadian beef industry works together to tackle trade challenges and go global

The Canadian Beef Advisors are excited to unveil the 2025-30 National Beef Strategy, which aims to enhance profitability, growth, and the global reputation of Canadian beef as a high-quality product. “The National Beef Strategy is about the future. We want people to know that the beef industry is preparing the way for the next generation,”…

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January 14, 2025 Health & Production

Foot and Mouth Disease detected in water buffalo in Germany

Germany confirmed that Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) was detected in water buffalo on January 10, 2025. This is the first case of FMD in Germany since 1988. This incursion of the FMD virus into Europe warrants heightened awareness by Canadian producers and travellers.  Foot and Mouth Disease is a highly contagious virus that can…

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November 29, 2024 Health & Production

Celebrating 10 years of the BCRC Beef Researcher Mentorship Program

This year the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) celebrates a decade of its Beef Researcher Mentorship Program, which has connected more than 40 mentees with countless beef producer and industry mentors to bridge the gap between science and industry.  Launched in 2014, the program was inspired by the need for stronger connections between researchers and industry….

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Featured

  • Wildfire Updates and Resources

    ABP has developed curated lists of wildfire resources for livestock owners in Alberta. Find quick links to emergency alerts and our latest articles on ABP Daily or head to AlbertaBeef.org for long-term resources related to emergency preparedness.

    Wildfire Updates
  • Finding Support

    If you need someone to talk to but you're not sure where to go, have a look through some important resources from across Canada.

    Learn More

Cattle Report

Updated: 02/07/2025

Steers

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Heifers

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Choice Steers

Live: 220.00-224.00 (KN) *few
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Choice Heifers

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Boner Cows

Over 500 lbs: 293.62

Canadian Dollar

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Livestock Price Insurance Index

Expiry Fed Feeder Calf
25-Aug-25 274 398 --
22-Sep-25 270 398 458
20-Oct-25 264 394 454
17-Nov-25 260 388 450
15-Dec-25 260 378 446
9-Feb-25 260 376 454
Last Updated on May 29, 2025