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March 4, 2026
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Alberta Beef Producers announces 2026 Board of Directors
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) held its 2026 Annual General Meeting this week, bringing together delegates from across the province. In addition to reviewing the commission’s work, and voting on resolutions, delegates also elected six eligible producers to the ABP Board of Directors. Board of Directors Elected 2026 Sitting The first meeting of the 2026 Board…
January 30, 2026
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Agriculture research centres heavily impacted by federal budget cuts
Recently announced budget cuts at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada raise important questions about the impact to beef and forage work done in support of the industry. Media reports indicate AAFC facilities tied to beef and forage research are among those facing capacity reductions or even closures as part of cuts announced under the 2025 federal…
September 10, 2025
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Financial benchmarks help producers fine-tune goals
The Canadian Cow-calf Cost of Production (COP) Network has released new whole-farm financial benchmarks to help producers measure profitability and identify opportunities to strengthen their bottom line. The COP Network is an initiative of Canfax Research Services, funded by the Beef Cattle Research Council, to create standardized, pan-Canadian benchmarks for cow-calf production systems. Producer data…
August 23, 2024
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Dr. Cheryl Waldner receives national award for outstanding research and innovation
In a momentous evening at the 2024 Canadian Beef Industry Conference, Dr. Cheryl Waldner was celebrated at the recipient of the 2024 Canadian Beef Industry Award for Outstanding Research and Innovation. This prestigious accolade recognizes Dr. Waldner’s exceptional contributions to beef cattle health and welfare. Craig Lehr, Chair of the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC)…
August 22, 2024
Health & Production
Foot and Mouth Disease is everyone’s responsibility
BCRC launches new animated video on foot and mouth disease prevention Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is a highly infectious virus that has disastrous consequences for the livestock industry and the population of beef cattle and other cloven-hoofed animals worldwide. Fortunately, Canada has achieved FMD-free status, but everyone must stay vigilant to the risks and be…
August 21, 2024
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Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency announces new board members and leadership
The Canadian Beef Check-Off Agency is announcing new board members for the 2024/25 term, following their Annual General Meeting (AGM). The newly appointed members represent a diverse group of primary producers and industry stakeholders from across Canada: Primary Producers Canadian Meat Council Retail and Foodservice I.E. Canada The newly elected Executive Committee includes: The Marketing…
August 6, 2024
Health & Production
Drought is more than a summer challenge
Drought has been a common occurrence on the prairies and many producers are familiar with the long-term consequences of dry conditions. Dry weather and feed shortages can have consequences that last beyond the summer season. “Drought is not just an issue when you are on pasture,” says Dr. John Campbell, veterinarian and professor at the…
July 19, 2024
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Ropes, chutes, or darts? How to safely treat sick cattle on pasture
This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on May 30, 2024. There is no more idyllic scene than a herd of cattle on a lush green pasture in the Canadian landscape. Everyone loves to see the hillsides dotted with animals enjoying the benefits of May rainfall. As satisfying as it…
July 18, 2024
Health & Production
BCRC announces call for proposals: aiming for innovation in beef research
The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) has officially opened its call for proposals, inviting researchers to contribute to the advancement of the Canadian beef industry. This initiative seeks to fund projects that explore proof of concept and clinical trials, with an application deadline set for September 3, 20241. With a significant increase in research investment through…
May 2, 2024
Health & Production
Forage Rejuvenation: Fertilization and the influence of soil pH
This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on May 9, 2023. Rejuvenation of a forage stand, whether hay or pasture, involves using one or a combination of methods to increase productivity with a shift towards higher yielding forage species that provide improved nutritional value for livestock. If an assessment of…
April 25, 2024
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Cracking the code on grazing management technology
This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on April 4, 2022. Does it feel like grazing management information is shrouded in acronyms and terms that boggle the mind on first glance? Do you struggle to decipher terms like animal unit equivalents? And how does one go about calculating AUMs and then…
April 16, 2024
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The GOLD standard for record-keeping
This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on March 30, 2023. Whether you use a computer software system or track herd records by hand, there are four record keeping GOLD standards that can be determined for your cow-calf operation and compared to beef industry benchmarks for the same indicators. By…
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Cattle Report
Updated: March 6, 2026
Steers
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Rail: 535.00-539.00 del
Heifers
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Choice Steers
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Rail: 375.00-376.00 * few (IA, NE)
Choice Heifers
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Rail: 375.00-376.00 * few (IA, NE)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 315.70
Canadian Dollar
$73.46 0.39
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01-Jun-26 | 310 | 472 | -- |
| 29-Ju-26 | 308 | 464 | -- |
| 27-Jul-26 | 302 | -- | -- |
| 24-Aug-26 | 296 | 466 | -- |
| 21-Sep-26 | 292 | 466 | 582 |
| 19-Oct-26 | 290 | 464 | 586 |
| 16-Nov-26 | 282 | 456 | 584 |
Last Updated on March 5, 2026
