DELMARVA — A freeze warning remains in effect until 9:00 a.m. Thursday across the Delmarva Peninsula. Temperatures bottomed out near 29 degrees overnight with widespread frost, prompting authorities to advise farmers to protect sensitive crops and livestock.
Agricultural Technology
Livestock producers who implement genomic testing for their animals gain access to valuable information that can improve breeding programs, according to agricultural experts. The genetic analysis technology provides farmers with detailed data that enables more informed choices when selecting animals for reproduction, ultimately leading to better outcomes for operations.
Markets
Corn futures for May delivery stand at $4.12 per bushel. Soybeans are trading at $10.68. Wheat is at $5.31. Local grain elevators are paying $3.95 for cash corn.
Forecast
The freeze warning expires at 9:00 a.m. Thursday. Temperatures will climb to 55 degrees under mostly sunny skies with light southeast winds. Tonight’s low will drop to 38 degrees with partly cloudy conditions and patchy fog developing. Friday looks better with sunshine and a high near 63 degrees.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, April 9, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
