DELMARVA — Cattle producers across Delmarva need to stay alert for bovine viral diarrhea, a disease that’s quietly costing operations nationwide. BVD continues to spread silently through herds, undermining animal performance and profitability long before obvious symptoms appear.
Despite regular vaccination programs, this virus affects productivity in ways that often go unnoticed. Experts say many farmers assume their herds are protected, but the infection can persist and reduce performance measures across the board.
Markets
June live cattle closed Monday at $248.52 per hundredweight, down $0.67. August live cattle settled at $244.45, off $0.30. May feeder cattle gained $0.47 to close at $346.25. Lean hog futures moved lower across the board.
Forecast
Mostly sunny skies are expected today with temperatures reaching 80°F and southwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Good conditions for field work. Tonight stays partly cloudy with lows near 60°F. Wednesday brings more sunshine with highs climbing to 83°F before a slight chance of showers arrives Wednesday night.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, April 14, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
