DELMARVA — Better crop emergence is encouraging news for corn and soybean growers this spring. A farmer in northern Iowa reports his stands are showing improved results compared to last year’s thin emergence, despite some challenges from early planting and cold nights.
Policy
The American Soybean Association is pushing to eliminate trade duties on phosphate fertilizer from Morocco. Studies by Texas A&M University show these duties have cost farmers billions of dollars since they were put in place.
Markets
Soybeans and corn dropped yesterday on favorable weather and strong planting progress. Analysts expect total planted acreage may exceed USDA’s March projections.
At Laurel Grain Company in Laurel, Delaware, corn for July delivery is bringing $5.09 a bushel. December corn is $5.02. July soybeans are $11.39, and November beans are $11.42.
Forecast
Rain showers are likely today with highs near 62°F and east winds 10 to 15 mph. Rain continues tonight, low around 52°F. Tomorrow brings more rain showers with highs near 62°F and east winds 15 to 20 mph. Heavy rain totals of 2 to 6 inches are forecast across the central and eastern U.S. through Memorial Day weekend, with severe storms moving east from the Plains.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, May 22, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
