DELMARVA — President Trump signed an executive order Friday making regenerative agriculture a national priority, a move that could shape federal resources available to Delmarva growers in the seasons ahead. During a White House event Thursday with farmers and agricultural leaders, the President directed his administration to fast-track programs aimed at improving soil health, building farm resilience, and strengthening food security.
Markets
Grain markets settled mixed at Friday’s close. July corn finished at $4.12¾, down 2 cents. July soybeans closed at $11.26¼, off 1¼ cents. July Chicago wheat saw the steepest drop, falling 12¾ cents to $5.78¼.
Livestock markets were mostly lower. August live cattle settled at $245.82, down $1.40. August feeder cattle dropped $3.45 to $369.85. July lean hogs bucked the trend, adding 22 cents to close at $92.92.
Locally, corn at Laurel Grain Company in Laurel is bringing $4.57 per bushel on the December contract. Soybeans there are at $11.07 on the November contract.
Poultry
USDA reports May chicken output came in at 4.069 billion pounds, up 1% from a year ago, driven by heavier bird weights rather than higher slaughter numbers.
Forecast
Showers and thunderstorms are likely through Saturday evening, with highs near 79°F. Sunday brings more of the same, with scattered storms and a high in the low 80s. Growers are advised to plan fieldwork around the wet windows.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Evening Edition, June 27, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
