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Cattle herd in pasture with infographic reading: PRODUCTION CYCLE OVER YEARS; YEAR 1: Retained Heifer; YEAR 2: Breeding; A.I. or Bull Service; YEAR 3: Calf; YEAR 4: Finished Animal; Market Weight.

Why Canadian Beef Prices Remain High—even as the Cattle Herd Starts Growing

Canada’s cattle herd grew in 2026 for the first time since 2018. That does not mean cheaper steaks and ground beef are immediately on the way.

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