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U.S. livestock: CME cattle, lean hog futures turn higher as wholesale prices firm

By P.J. Huffstutter September 3, 2024

Chicago | Reuters – Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) livestock futures turned higher on Tuesday, as wholesale prices firmed and the slaughter pace temporarily shrank as some plants shuttered over the holiday weekend, analysts said. Strong boxed beef prices continued to underpin cattle markets, traders said. Select boxed beef prices rose on Tuesday morning, with prices […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Cow-Calf, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder cattle market stabilizes

By Jerry Klassen September 3, 2024

For the week ending August 31, Western Canadian feeder cattle prices were relatively unchanged compared to seven days earlier. Finishing feedlots are exuding a cautious sentiment. While order buyers had a full deck, there were upside limits. Pen-sized strings of quality yearlings traded at a premium to average values. Alberta packers were buying fed cattle […] Read more

Cattle graze north of Deerwood in September 2023. PHOTO: ALEXIS STOCKFORD

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Federal government opens bids for foot and mouth vaccine bank providers

By Alexis Stockford August 30, 2024

Canadian government opens bids for foot and mouth vaccine bank providers.

Livestock, News, Reuters

US tests for bird flu in California dairy cattle

By Reuters, Tom Polansek August 30, 2024

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is testing to confirm possible cases of bird flu in dairy cattle in California, the nation's biggest milk-producing state, USDA said on Friday.

Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Larger supplies weigh on feeder market

By Jerry Klassen August 28, 2024

For the week ending August 24, Western Canadian yearling prices were down $6-$12/cwt from seven days earlier. Calf markets traded $10-$12/cwt below week-ago levels. Larger numbers are coming on stream resulting in the softer tone.

Cutline: John Duynisveld and his wife, Jane, accept the TESA from Kelleen Tait. Photo: Melissa Jeffers-Bezan

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Nova Scotia ranchers snag environmental award at Canadian Beef Industry Conference

By Melissa Jeffers-Bezan August 22, 2024

Holdanca Farms from Nova Scotia is this year’s recipient of The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA), it was announced on at the banquet of the Canadian Beef Industry Conference this week.

Cassie Marchand (centre) poses with the Schellenberg family, including Reg’s son Coy, daughter-in-law Laura-Lie, wife Shannon and grandchildren Ella, Nora, Ty and Faye. Photo: Canadian Cattle Association

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Canadian Cattle Foundation recognizes young leader and honours Reg Schellenberg’s legacy through award

By Lisa Guenther August 21, 2024

The Reg Schellenberg Next Generation Legacy Award honours individuals who embody the spirit of humble leadership, mentorship, collaboration and dedication to the Canadian cattle industry. Recipients receive a buckle, sponsored by Schellenbergs family's ranch, and a bursary to attend the Saskatchewan Beef Industry Conference.

Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Yearling market softens on economic uncertainty

By Jerry Klassen August 20, 2024

For the week ending August 17, Western Canadian feeder cattle prices were $3-$5 lower on average. Three weeks ago, 1,000 pound steers off grass reached up to $340/cwt. This past week, these same cattle were quoted in the range of $315-$325/cwt.

Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner, Columns, Markets

Beef demand made seasonal highs in July

The Markets: Cattle markets have started to grind lower, but the feeder market has held

By Jerry Klassen August 20, 2024

The beef market appears to have made a seasonal high during the first week of July. Wholesale choice beef prices reached up to US$329/cwt during the week ending July 6 before fading to US$319/cwt during the third week of July. Weaker wholesale values have resulted in lower U.S. fed cattle values. During the first week […] Read more

Turkey production may be turning a corner after a stretch of low demand and production, FCC senior economist Graeme Crosby said. Photo: Scott Bauer/ARS/USDA

News, Poultry/Eggs

Canadian egg, turkey production climbs on bird flu recovery, stronger demand

By Geralyn Wichers August 16, 2024

Canadian egg production reached record highs between June of last year and this May as the industry recovered from an avian flu outbreak according to Farm Credit Canada analysis.

U.S. grains: Soybeans, corn fall on harvest pressure

U.S. livestock: Hog futures slide in technical correction

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Acknowledging the past, seeking a better future

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