Hog futures slip as packer losses deepen at $281 per head
Feeder steer forecast raised to $377 for the year, up 17%
Four-month value climbs 12% despite volume decline
Roast prices up 20% as jerky makers compete for lean cuts
Farm groups warn deal is critical to agricultural exports
Hog futures end mixed as nearby contracts find support
New tools target hedging for ground beef production costs