DELMARVA — House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn Thompson says federal lawmakers will likely approve the Farm, Food, and National Security Act today. Thompson told agricultural reporters yesterday he expects the bill to pass the House by noon. The comprehensive legislation sets policy direction for the nation’s ag sector and food security over the coming years.
Agronomy
A crop nutrition specialist is reminding farmers that yield potential depends on addressing the weakest link in soil fertility. Tryston Beyrer with The Mosaic Company says it’s like a barrel with staves. Harvest potential equals whatever the shortest stave is. That concept’s called the Law of the Minimum.
Markets
Soybeans gained ground yesterday on strength in soybean oil and crude oil. Technical traders drove buying activity higher as soybean oil hit new peaks on favorable crush margins. Drier weather in the forecast should help accelerate planting operations across growing regions.
At Laurel Grain Company in Laurel, Delaware, soybeans are bringing $11.39 per bushel for July delivery. Corn’s at $5.23 for July.
Forecast
Expect mostly sunny skies today with highs near 65° and northwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Tonight stays mostly clear with lows around 46°. Friday turns sunny with highs near 62°, but rain chances return Friday night into Saturday.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, April 30, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
