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
Hog market gains as China herd moves fuel export hopes
More than $16 billion in federal assistance distributed since 2025
Gains in Korea and Central America offset only part of losses
Rollins signals announcements soon but releases no details
Tight herds and soaring costs force major production cuts
Lean hog prices hit April low as CME futures decline
Shipments fall to lowest level since 2020 as key market closes