Fed Cattle Forward Contract Volume and Basis Relationship

Abstract

The poster covers analysis and models of forward contracting during the contracting period. A conceptual model is presented to explain how contracting patterns relate to industry factors and negotiation power of buyers and sellers. Time series techniques are used to model basis, weekly volume, and total volume. Forecasting models are also presented.cattle, forward contract, basis, negotiation, placements, Agribusiness, Demand and Price Analysis, Livestock Production/Industries,