DELMARVA — Delaware cattle ranchers are navigating a complex market situation despite historically high livestock prices. Farm Credit Services of America is urging producers to implement comprehensive risk management strategies as market volatility continues to challenge the industry.
Landon Nelson from the company’s Commercial Insurance Services division says cattle operations need to shield their investments during these turbulent times.
Meanwhile, federal authorities have charged 5 individuals in a massive nationwide cattle fraud scheme totaling $220 million. Among those indicted are Joshua Link from Stafford, Missouri and Tia Link from Smithton, Missouri, facing wire fraud and money laundering charges according to the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas.
Markets
Corn futures closed at $4.48/bu, down 3 cents. Soybeans settled at $10.19, off 8 cents. Wheat finished at $5.25, down 2 cents.
Locally on Delmarva, broiler growers are seeing 6 cents per pound, while feed-grade corn is bringing $4.35.
Forecast
Expect patchy fog developing tonight with lows around 29°F. Tuesday brings more patchy fog in the morning, then partly sunny skies with highs near 47°F. Southwest winds up to 5 mph.
Wednesday brings increasing clouds with a chance of light rain developing by afternoon, highs in the low 50s. That chance of rain continues Wednesday night. Thursday stays mostly cloudy with another chance of light rain and highs near 49°F.
Field conditions should remain workable through Tuesday, but that midweek rain system will likely put fieldwork on hold.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Evening Edition, February 16, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
