Heat Advisory Issued for Northern Delaware Through Friday Evening

Listen to the Morning Delmarva Farm Report Update — June 10, 2026

DELMARVA — The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for northern Delaware through Friday evening, with heat index values reaching 103°F. The advisory affects New Castle County from 11 AM Thursday through 8 PM Friday.

Livestock Management

Agricultural experts are recommending natural pest control strategies for summer cattle grazing as filth flies surge during warmer months. Specialists suggest relocating cattle to different areas, disrupting pasture environments, and applying both organic and synthetic deterrents to minimize production losses.

The Agriculture Secretary is traveling to Texas Monday to address a growing New World screwworm outbreak that poses risks to livestock throughout the United States.

Markets

Livestock contracts gained Tuesday at Chicago on limited supplies. August live cattle closed $2.97 higher at $239.70. August feeders rose $3.45 to $354.15.

For local cash grain, Laurel Grain Company in Laurel Delaware is offering $4.67 per bushel for July corn and $10.87 for November soybeans.

Forecast

Expect a high of 81°F Wednesday with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Thursday looks mostly sunny with a high of 87°F before a slight chance of storms develops. Heat and humidity will be significant through Friday.

This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, June 10, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.