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Rail: 378.00-383.00 del
AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
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Rail: 378.00-383.00 del
Rail: 378.00-383.00 del
US Trade- Steers
Live: 171.00-174.00 (TX, KN) 175.00 (NE)
Rail: 275.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 275.00 (NE, IA)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 171.00-174.00 (TX, KN) 175.00 (NE)
Rail: 275.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 275.00 (NE, IA)
Canadian Dollar
$74.06
0.33
0.33
October 13, 2023
What We're Reading
Research mentorship ‘fills in the gaps’ between science and ag
By Jeff Melchior, Alberta Farmer Express Primary producers and agriculture researchers have a shared goal: to find the best and most profitable ways to produce crops and livestock. So why does it often seem the two groups speak different languages? More than ever, science is becoming part of the language of agriculture, but a lot…
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August 9, 2022
Checking in with ABP
The Bovine: Living Labs, a DIY plastic compactor, and positivity in market trends
We’re back for the August episode of our podcast, The Bovine. On this episode, you’ll hear about the recently announced expansion of the Living Laboratories Initiative, the skills needed to DIY a plastics compactor, our #howdoyouburger summer contest, and why one analyst says there are positive movements coming for beef markets. Living Laboratories Initiative Karin Schmid of Alberta Beef Producers and Sheri…
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July 4, 2022
Checking in with ABP
The Bovine: Rocky View Schools’ on-farm learning initiative
Welcome to another edition of The Bovine! On this episode, you’ll hear Karin Schmid, Beef Production and Extension Lead, ABP, takeover the host seat as she tours The Farm – Rocky View Schools’ new on-farm learning initiative. Karin speaks with teacher Matt Chomistek and grade 10 students enrolled in the program. More information is available…
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May 20, 2022
Innovation & Technology
Calf 911: BCRC video series provides practical approach to newborn calf management
It is hard to believe it’s that time of year again! Hopefully these few months feel more like “tagging season” than “calving season.” However, if things don’t go quite as planned, the Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) has put together some fantastic resources to help you improve the outcome for any compromised calf that hits…
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May 16, 2022
Checking in with ABP
ABP seeking applicants for Living Labs positions
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is looking for applicants for four positions as part of its application to the Living Laboratories Initiative. The positions include: Living Labs Director – F/T, remote-based Living Labs KTT and Engagement Lead – F/T, remote-based Living Labs Engagement Facilitators (2) – P/T, regional, remote-based These positions have a May/June proposed start…
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April 6, 2022
Checking in with ABP
The Bovine: Forages, wild pigs, and a whirlwind trip to Ottawa
Our fourth episode of The Bovine is now available! On this episode: Can you keep your grazing livestock off the grass a while longer? Masters student and host of ‘Forays into Forages,’ David MacTaggart, joins the show to talk about the general lifecycle of perennial plants, and how we can support forages post-drought. Pigs in…
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Steers
Live: ---
Rail: 378.00-383.00 del
Heifers
Live: ---
Rail: 378.00-383.00 del
Choice Steers
Live: 171.00-174.00 (TX, KN) 175.00 (NE)
Rail: 275.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 171.00-174.00 (TX, KN) 175.00 (NE)
Rail: 275.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 196.09
Canadian Dollar
$74.06 0.33
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26-Feb | 212 | 278 | - |
| 25-Mar | 216 | 280 | - |
| 22-Apr | 220 | 284 | - |
| 20-May | 224 | 292 | - |
| 17-Jun | 230 | 302 | - |
| 15-Jul | 224 | - | - |
| 12-Aug | 220 | 304 | - |
Last Updated on December 1, 2023