Rich Nelson

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Rich Nelson

Rich Nelson is Director of Research at Allendale, Inc. in McHenry, IL. Allendale is registered with the CFTC and NFA and is a member of the NIBA. www.allendale-inc.com.

Cattle, pork supplies put into perspective by USDA report

By Rich Nelson | June 13, 2013

The Wednesday supply/demand report from the USDA had some key fundamental data for livestock.
Hog, cattle exports weak; trade anticipates demand data

By Rich Nelson | June 6, 2013

Exports are weak, but recovering, for hogs and cattle. Bullish traders are turning their hopes toward domestic consumer demand to spark prices.
Cattle, pork driven by seasonals, fundamentals more than China buy

By Rich Nelson | May 29, 2013

Although Shuanghui's purchase of Smithfield Foods may have a tangential impact, it's hardly significant in the short-term.
Quick and easy guide to summer grain trading

By Rich Nelson | May 24, 2013

The grain markets are affected by several factors. Knowing what matters is key.
Pork packer margins key, while cash cattle slips

By Rich Nelson | May 9, 2013

Packer margins are driving short-term fluctuations in pork, while the pre-season run-up in cattle may be over.
Hogs confirm bullish trend, while cattle rallies

By Rich Nelson | May 2, 2013

Although both hogs and cattle are trending higher, the end of the bull moves may be upon us soon.
Supply factors driving hogs, while cattle prices point lower

By Rich Nelson | April 24, 2013

Demand data is hazy in hogs, but supply is clear as long it's kept in context. Cattle, meanwhile, could trend slightly lower into summer.
Pork at turning point, while cattle is demand driven

By Rich Nelson | April 18, 2013

Pork is making some surprise moves, and cattle supply figures try to take some focus off demand.
Hog weakness less clear past surface, while cattle aims lower

By Rich Nelson | April 10, 2013

The supply/demand picture for hogs looks pretty bearish right now, but a critical look at the facts may suggest otherwise.
Hogs wait for USDA, while cattle futures rally despite cash

By Rich Nelson | March 28, 2013

Hogs eye Thursday's grain numbers and quarterly Hogs & Pigs report, while cattle futures buck cash's bearish tone.