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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
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Rail: 518.00 delivered
Rail: 518.00 delivered
US Trade- Steers
Live: 225.00-226.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 355.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00 (NE, IA)
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 225.00-226.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 355.00 (NE, IA)
Rail: 355.00 (NE, IA)
Canadian Dollar
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This article was originally posted on the Beef Cattle Research Council’s website on September 13, 2023. Understanding the cost of developing replacement heifers is crucial for informed decision making. The most significant factor in heifer development cost is the opportunity cost of foregoing revenue from selling calves at weaning. Each heifer kept for the breeding…
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Updated: August 21, 2026
Steers
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Rail: 518.00 delivered
Heifers
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Rail: 518.00 delivered
Choice Steers
Live: 225.00-226.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 355.00 (NE, IA)
Choice Heifers
Live: 225.00-226.00 (IA, NE)
Rail: 355.00 (NE, IA)
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 323.92
Canadian Dollar
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16-Nov-26 | 274 | 430 | -- |
| 14-Dec-26 | 276 | 414 | -- |
| 8-Feb-27 | 272 | 408 | -- |
| 8-Mar-27 | 270 | 406 | -- |
| 5-Apr-27 | 276 | 404 | - |
| 3-May-27 | 282 | 404 | -- |
Last Updated on August 20, 2026
