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File photo of cattle on feed near Champion, Alta., about 75 km north of Lethbridge. (James_Gabbert/iStock/Getty Images)
Finishers, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Uncertain fed cattle market weighs on feeder cattle

U.S. feeder demand seen relatively sluggish

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Compared to last week, western Canadian yearlings (900 lbs. and over) appeared to trade $6-$8 lower on average; yearlings weighing 800-900 lbs. off grass were unchanged. Backgrounded yearlings were also $6-$8 lower. Mid-weight calves were unchanged but calves under 600 lbs. were $3 to as much as $10 lower in some cases. Feedlot operators pulled […] Read more
(Photo courtesy Canada Beef Inc.)
Beef Cattle, Markets, News

Feeder cattle prices, auction market volumes see ‘significant jump’

The Markets with Deb McMillin, from the October 2022 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

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Fed cattle The fed cattle market has continued its contra-seasonal move through the third quarter. Typically, larger fed cattle numbers with more days on feed are met with consumers pulling back as fall schedules commence along with the additional expenses that accompanying all hit at once. The third quarter has seen larger carcass weights and […] Read more
Dave Pratt, past owner of Ranch Management Consultants, teaches a Ranching for Profit workshop at the Canadian Beef Industry Conference in Penticton, B.C.
Beef Cattle, Features, Livestock

Ranching for Profit challenges paradigms

This business management course draws repeat customers from the ranching community

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In 2014, Brett McRae was looking for mentorship as he worked to grow his ranch, located near Brandon, Man. He was picked as a mentee for the Canadian Cattle Young Leaders Mentorship Program and told his mentor what he was looking to do with his ranch and how he wanted to expand and change. His […] Read more
An acceptable implant placement location. While a common recommendation is to place the implant in the middle third of the backside of the ear, RFID and management tags are frequently in the way in this location.
Beef Cattle, Features

Five steps to good gains on grass and grains

Know the fundamentals of growth-promoting implants to find the right fit for your cattle

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There’s a reason why the practice of implanting feedlot cattle is almost ubiquitous in Canada — it works. Growth-promoting implants substantially improve cattle feed efficiency and muscle deposition. Their economic effects are hugely positive, with savings ranging from $40 to $100 per head. There is even a case for using them as a tool to […] Read more
(Photo courtesy Canada Beef Inc.)
Finishers, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Stronger barley prices limit upside for feeder cattle complex

Feedlot operators make barley purchases, price feeder cattle accordingly

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Compared to last week, western Canadian yearling markets traded $2 higher to as much as $5 lower. A softer tone was noted on yearlings in the eastern Prairie regions. Calf prices were steady to $4 lower on average compared to seven days earlier. Quality yearling packages fresh off grass held value but backgrounded heavier replacements […] Read more
Parasite control in the feedlot
Animal Health, Features, Finishers, Livestock, Parasites

Parasite control in the feedlot

Strategic deworming methods to maximize product efficacy and cattle productivity

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If there was a tool available for Canadian cattle feeders to improve both weight gain and disease resistance, what would it be worth to implement? What if that tool was as simple as deworming cattle on arrival?  As simple as deworming is, not every feedyard opts to do it. Whether the perception is that feedlot […] Read more
Pay attention to what the cows can tell you — they’re likely all carrying worms, but the ones that have a high body condition score probably aren’t carrying as many worms.
Beef Cattle, Comment/Columns, Parasites, Research

When the worms come marching in

Research on the Record with Reynold Bergen

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Gastrointestinal parasites are an unavoidable fact of life. Cattle often consume parasitic worm larvae along with the forage they graze. The larvae take up residence in different parts of the digestive system, develop into adults and lay eggs. The eggs are deposited in the feces, where they hatch and release larvae. These larvae eventually leave […] Read more
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Beef Cattle, Hogs, Livestock, Markets, Reuters

U.S. livestock: Hog futures mixed; cattle futures steady-weak

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Chicago | Reuters – Chicago Mercantile Exchange lean hog futures ended mixed on Friday as traders waited for fresh news to gauge demand levels. The most-active CME December lean hog futures contract LHZ2 dropped 0.625 cent to 77.15 cents per lb, with support noted around the contract’s 10-day moving average. Front-month October hogs LHV2 rose 0.575 cents to settle […] Read more
(Photo courtesy Canada Beef Inc.)
Beef Cattle, News

CRSB asks for public input on proposed changes to framework

On October 4, the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB) announced proposed changes to the standards for sustainable beef production and processing, which are part of the Certified Sustainable Beef Framework. Now, they are seeking input from the public on these changes. The framework was launched in 2017 to recognize sustainable practices in beef production, […] Read more
Photo: Canada Beef Inc.
Beef Cattle, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Demand fears cause feeder cattle market volatility

Barley values continue upward

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Compared to last week, western Canadian yearling markets traded $4 higher to as much as $6 lower. Strength was noted in the eastern Prairie regions while the market was softer in Alberta. Western Canadian calves were extremely volatile, trading $5 higher to as much as $10 lower in some cases. It’s not uncommon for markets […] Read more

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