DELMARVA — A northwest Missouri farmer is assessing replant needs after excessive rainfall hit his operation. Ryan Meyerkorth from Atchison County reported receiving more than 6 inches of rain during April, followed by another 7 inches in the last 48 hours. Portions of his soybean crops have been affected by the heavy precipitation.
Policy
The Agriculture Secretary announced today that federal agencies are speeding up permits for new fertilizer plants to help cut farm input costs. Secretary Brooke Rollins said the approval process for an ammonia production facility under construction in Louisiana could be completed within 45 days through the Army Corps of Engineers, representing a significant acceleration in the typical permitting timeline.
Markets
July corn futures closed today at $4.75¼, down 1¾ cents. July soybeans settled at $12.09½, dropping 3½ cents. July Chicago wheat gained 2¾ cents, finishing at $6.67¼.
For local cash bids, corn at Laurel Grain Company in Laurel, Delaware is bringing $5.20 a bushel for July delivery. Soybeans are $11.50 for July.
Forecast
The region is under a heat advisory tonight with mostly clear skies and a low around 70°F. Wednesday looks sunny with a high near 87°F before afternoon thunderstorms develop. Thursday brings showers and thunderstorms likely with cooler temperatures in the mid-60s.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Evening Edition, May 19, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
