Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
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AB Direct - Steers
AB Direct - Heifers
Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
US Trade- Steers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
US Trade - Heifers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Canadian Dollar
$70.36
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Producer Meetings
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October 5, 2026
Checking in with ABP
Young Creators Contest returns for a third year
The Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) Young Creators Contest is back for a third year, inviting young Albertans to explore the people, practices, and landscapes behind the province’s beef sector through art, photography, video, podcasts, and more. Over the past two years, the contest has highlighted the talent and unique perspectives of young people from across…
October 5, 2026
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax Weekly Article: Report for the week of October 5, 2026
The Canfax average fed steer and heifer price closed around $296.50/cwt live, mostly steady with the previous week. Buying interest was noted from all Western Canadian packers. Light trade was reported last week with dressed sales ranging from $492.00–$498.00/cwt FOB the feedlot. Cattle that traded were scheduled for the first half of November delivery. In…
October 2, 2026
Innovation & Technology
RDAR funding aims to support irrigation decisions for Alberta producers
Water management continues to be top of mind for many producers across southern Alberta, and a new investment in irrigation research is intended to provide more information to help support on-farm decisions. Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) announced $500,000 in funding for irrigation research led by Dr. Willemijn Appels at Lethbridge Polytechnic. The funding is…
October 2, 2026
Checking in with ABP
ABP represents producers at Tri-National Agricultural Accord in Calgary
Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) joined agriculture leaders from Canada, the United States and Mexico in Calgary this week for the 35th annual Tri-National Agricultural Accord. ABP Chair Doug Roxburgh, Vice Chair Kent Holowath and Finance Chair Brenda Rosadiuk attended the gathering, which runs from September 28 to October 1. ABP also hosted a hospitality suite…
October 1, 2026
News
New World screwworm restrictions affect cattle entering Canada from parts of the U.S.
Canadian cattle producers moving live animals across the U.S. border should check current import requirements following recent New World screwworm detections in Texas and New Mexico. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) lists Texas and New Mexico as affected states. New Mexico was added following a Sept. 17, 2026, detection. The restrictions apply to live…
October 1, 2026
News
Corn stocks rise while wheat, barley inventories decline in latest USDA report
U.S. grain inventories were mixed heading into the 2026-27 marketing year, according to the latest Grain Stocks report released Sept. 30 by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The report showed higher corn stocks compared to a year ago, while wheat, barley, and soybean inventories were lower. The Sept 1. stocks report measures how…
September 30, 2026
Health & Production
Native grasslands support more than just forage
When people think about native prairie grasslands, they often picture wide-open spaces and grazing cattle. But those grasslands are also home to a surprising amount of wildlife and play an important role in keeping prairie landscapes healthy. During a recent Prairie Conservation Action Plan (PCAP) webinar, Ellie Annett with the Alberta Prairie Conservation Forum discussed…
September 30, 2026
News
Alberta commits $1 million to Genome Alberta work placements
Alberta’s government is investing an additional $1 million in Genome Alberta’s work placement program, providing support for recent graduates entering fields such as bioinformatics, big data and business development. The funding, which will run from 2026 to 2029, is expected to support approximately 20 one-year placements with 18 to 20 Alberta small-and medium-sized businesses. While…
September 29, 2026
Business Tools
CCIA launches livestock traceability survey
The Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (CCIA) is inviting producers and industry stakeholders to participate in its Livestock Traceability Survey, which is now open. Earlier this year, CCIA established a CLTS Task Force to better understand the business needs of producers and other stakeholders who use or interact with livestock traceability and information systems. As part…
September 29, 2026
Business Tools
Alberta study tests virtual fencing under ranch conditions
New Alberta research will test how virtual fencing performs with cow–calf pairs and yearlings under working ranch conditions. Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) is supporting trials of Halter’s virtual fencing technology led by the Technology Access Centre for Livestock Production at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology. The research will examine how the collars perform…
September 28, 2026
Checking in with ABP
#AllForTheBeef: A busy summer with ABP
This past summer has been a very busy one for your Alberta Beef Producers on a number of fronts. Utilizing ABP directors and delegates, our organization gave feedback on the Beef Code of Conduct, participated in the Interprovincial Trade and Unmet Slaughter Capacity consultations, and proposed updates to the Enhanced Feed Ban. Through the recent…
September 28, 2026
Current Markets & Forecasts
Canfax weekly article | Report for the week of September 28, 2026
Based on the ten-year average, it is not uncommon to see the second half of the year’s price low occur in September. Over the past couple of weeks, Alberta fed prices have been trading at a $15–$17/cwt discount against the Nebraska market. For the second half of September, cash-to-cash basis levels are the weakest since…
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Cattle Report
Updated: October 5, 2026
Steers
Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Heifers
Live: 300.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Rail: 492.75-498.00 FOB feedlot (last week)
Choice Steers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Choice Heifers
Live: 220.000-222.00 (IA, NE), 226.00 (TX, KS) last week
Rail: 345.00-350.00 (NE, IA) last week
Boner Cows
Over 500 lbs: 270.79
Canadian Dollar
$70.36 0.01
Livestock Price Insurance Index
| Expiry | Fed | Feeder | Calf |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-Jan-27 | 286 | 460 | -- |
| 22-Feb-27 | 286 | 452 | -- |
| 22-Mar-27 | 288 | 450 | -- |
| 19-Apr-27 | 294 | 446 | -- |
| 17-May-27 | 300 | 452 | -- |
| 14-Jun-27 | 304 | 456 | -- |
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Last Updated on October 1, 2026
