DELMARVA — Poultry producers nationwide continue battling infectious bronchitis virus, one of the costliest health challenges in today’s industry. The respiratory disease hits both broilers and layers hard, spreading easily between birds and mutating quickly. Industry experts say the virus’s rapid genetic changes make control difficult, especially when it combines with other respiratory infections.
Markets
May corn futures closed Tuesday at $4.43 per bushel, up 2.75 cents. May soybeans dropped 4.25 cents to $11.58 per bushel. Chicago May wheat gained 9.75 cents, settling at $5.92. June live cattle finished up $2.90 at $251.42 per hundredweight.
Forecast
Sunny skies are expected today with highs reaching 83 degrees and southwest winds 5 to 10 miles per hour. Perfect conditions for field work across Delmarva. Thursday looks mostly sunny, highs again near 83 with similar winds. Rain chances arrive Friday with showers possible through the weekend.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, April 15, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
