DELMARVA — The U.S. House of Representatives approved the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026 yesterday morning in a narrow 224-200 vote, earning praise from agricultural organizations nationwide. The legislation now advances to the Senate for the next phase of the legislative process.
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry will craft their own version of the legislation before it can be considered for a vote on the Senate floor.
Conservation
A significant victory for agricultural preservation has been achieved in Sussex County, where the local land trust has successfully protected an 88-acre family farming operation from development. The Sussex County Land Trust recently completed the conservation of Ard Na Gréine Farm, located in Lewes, ensuring this family-owned agricultural property will continue operating as working farmland indefinitely.
Markets
Yesterday’s grain futures closed mixed. May corn settled at $4.64¾/bu, down $0.01¾. Soybeans for May delivery closed at $11.82/bu, down $0.00¼. Chicago wheat for May delivery ended at $6.23¾/bu, declining $0.18½.
At Laurel Grain Company in Laurel, Delaware, corn for July delivery is bringing $5.22/bu, while soybeans for July are at $11.42.
Forecast
Expect sunny skies today with a high near 62°F. Tonight turns mostly cloudy with rain showers possible. Tomorrow brings a chance of rain showers with temperatures near 59°F.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, May 1, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
