Agri-News

This week in Alberta agriculture.

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Published each Monday, Agri-News covers the latest on all things agriculture in Alberta. Find news on livestock, crops and markets, research, food and beverage production, and programs and events. Information published in this newsletter is intended for redistribution – feel free to share! If you reproduce articles, please mention the source.

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Round bales of hay in a yellow field under blue sky with white clouds
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Straw has value from organic matter, erosion control and nutrient considerations.
Several brown and white cows feeding at a trough
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Feeder cattle prices from January 1 to September 1, 2023 are significantly higher than the same period in 2022.
Black, white and brown cows of various sizes roaming in a green field
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A closer look at the July 1, 2023 beef cow numbers as reported by Statistics Canada raises the question, when will herd decline bottom out?
Green combine harvesting in a wheat field
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With harvest underway in Alberta, a reminder that one step to marketing is knowing the product that you have to offer.
Two white lambs sitting in a green field
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Slaughter lamb prices are slowly gaining strength, while price volatility remains at auction markets.
Young piglets in agricultural livestock farm
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Declining consumer purchase power is putting pressure on demand.
White bowl filled with dried brown pet food with pet food scattered on a wooden floor
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As pet ownership increases, there is greater demand for higher quality and more natural pet food and treats.
Woman in wheat field with tablet
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Producers should review their cash flow and consider yield and quality prospects before making decisions.
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If the latest acreage estimate is accurate, the result could be price supportive to oats for the next crop year.
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Shallow buried pasture water pipelines may be an excellent option for watering livestock on pasture.
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Though prices have fallen, canola demand remains vigorous.
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Economic development, population growth and household income lead to strong market demand.