DELMARVA — Spring fieldwork continues across Delmarva as growers monitor soil conditions following recent rain events. With warmer temperatures building through midweek, many Delaware and Eastern Shore producers are finalizing equipment maintenance and preparing seed orders ahead of the April planting window.
Agronomists say soil temps are climbing into the upper 40s in most areas, still below the 50-degree threshold needed for corn germination, but approaching optimal conditions.
Markets
May corn futures are trading at $4.82/bu this morning, up 3 cents from Friday’s close. July soybeans stand at $11.14, down 2 cents. May wheat is at $5.29, up 1 cent.
Locally, number 2 yellow corn is bid at $4.70 in Dover. Soybeans are running $11.00 on the Eastern Shore.
Forecast
Partly sunny skies are expected today with highs reaching 63 degrees. Isolated rain showers are possible late this afternoon with southwest winds 10-15 mph. Tonight brings scattered rain showers with lows around 54.
Tuesday looks warmer, reaching 72 degrees, with scattered morning showers clearing to mostly sunny skies by afternoon. Fieldwork conditions should improve Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning before the next system moves in Wednesday night.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, March 30, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
