DELMARVA — Corn plantings across Delmarva could increase 3% to 5% over last year according to early indications ahead of USDA’s updated acreage projections set for release next week. Soybean acres are expected to hold steady across Delaware and the Eastern Shore.
Local grain elevators report farmer interest in forward contracting remains strong despite price volatility. Several Sussex County operations have already locked in inputs for the coming season, looking to manage risk ahead of what’s shaping up to be another uncertain year.
Markets
March corn futures opened at $5.12 per bushel overnight. Soybeans are trading at $11.87 for March delivery. Wheat is sitting at $5.43.
Locally, cash corn on Delmarva is bringing $4.90 at the elevator. Soybeans are fetching $11.50.
Forecast
Friday the 13th started cold with temperatures climbing from 19° overnight to a high near 36° under sunny skies. Northwest winds 5 to 10 miles per hour provide good drying conditions for equipment maintenance outdoors. Tonight drops back to 21° with mostly clear skies and calm winds.
Saturday looks better with highs reaching 45° and mostly sunny conditions. By Sunday, conditions change as a system brings a chance of mixed rain and snow Sunday into Monday. Precipitation likely continues into Presidents Day with light rain expected. Temperatures through the period stay manageable, ranging from the low 20s at night to mid-40s during the day.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, February 13, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
