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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
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Rail: 490.50-493.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 490.50-493.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
US Trade- Steers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN), 227.00-230.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 353.00-355.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 353.00-355.00 (IA, NE) last week
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN), 227.00-230.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 353.00-355.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 353.00-355.00 (IA, NE) last week
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November 10, 2025
Health & Production
Choosing the right winter-feeding strategy
Winter-feeding remains one of the biggest expenses for Canadian cow-calf operations — and how it’s managed can make a major difference in herd health, feed efficiency, and overall profitability. The Beef Cattle Research Council (BCRC) recently shared practical guidance on choosing the right winter-feeding strategy, outlining the pros and cons of common systems and emphasizing the importance…
July 12, 2023
Health & Production
Plan now to secure winter feed supplies
ABP is excited to feature the writings of Barry Yaremcio, ruminant nutritionist and production management consultant. Barry is a trusted voice in cattle nutrition and forage production, operating Yaremcio Ag Consulting Ltd. This article was originally published on his BYOB Blog, which can be found on his website. In many areas, soil moisture was lacking…
February 17, 2022
Health & Production
Recommendations for managing heifer health pre-calving
Across Alberta last fall cattle came off pasture light. This is a serious concern, especially when it comes to preparing for and protecting the health of the next generation. We asked beef nutrition consultant Barry Yaremcio for some recommendations to support pregnant heifers through late gestation and calving. Here is his advice. Recognize unique requirements…
November 2, 2021
Trailblazers
What We’re Reading | Bale grazing and pasture rejuvenation
By Duane McCartney, for Canadian Cattlemen Magazine Forage extension veteran Grant Lastiwka shares his winter-feeding strategy and explains how it fits into his year-round grazing system Grant Lastiwka eats, sleeps and dreams forages. As one of Canada’s most enthusiastic forage extension specialists, Lastiwka is the go-to man for information on year-round grazing management. Past winner…
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Cattle Report
Updated: December 15, 2025
Steers
Live: ---
Rail: 490.50-493.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Heifers
Live: ---
Rail: 490.50-493.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Choice Steers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN), 227.00-230.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 353.00-355.00 (IA, NE) last week
Choice Heifers
Live: 230.00 (TX, KN), 227.00-230.00 (IA, NE) last week
Rail: 353.00-355.00 (IA, NE) last week
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 299.62
Canadian Dollar
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Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09-Mar-26 | 288 | 442 | -- |
| 06-Apr-26 | 288 | 438 | -- |
| 04-May-26 | 296 | 440 | -- |
| 01-June-26 | 304 | 442 | -- |
| 29-June-26 | 298 | 432 | -- |
| 27-July-26 | 290 | -- | -- |
| 24-Aug-26 | 280 | 438 | -- |
Last Updated on December 11, 2025