DELMARVA — Delaware officials announced an expansion of the state’s deer crop damage assistance program Monday, responding to growing crop losses reported across the agricultural community this season. The expanded program gives growers more options to protect their fields and bottom lines.
Markets
Grain futures closed mostly lower Monday. July corn settled at $4.11½, down 6 cents. July soybeans finished at $11.15¾, down 7 cents. July Chicago wheat ended at $5.97½, off 8¼ cents.
At Laurel Grain Company in Laurel, Delaware, December corn bids are at $4.55/bu, and November soybeans are bringing $10.92.
Livestock markets were mixed. August live cattle gained 72 cents to close at $247.35. August feeder cattle rose $3.82 to settle at $370.42. July lean hogs slipped 37 cents to $94.65.
The USDA reported Monday that national egg production rose 5% in May compared to a year ago. Broiler chick hatches were up 3%, while egg-type chick hatches dipped 1%.
Forecast
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect through 9 p.m. tonight, and a Flood Watch runs through Tuesday morning. Monday’s high reached near 92°F. Tuesday brings showers and thunderstorms likely, with a high around 81°F.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Evening Edition, June 22, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
