DELMARVA — Two-thirds of the U.S. corn and soybean crops are in good to excellent condition according to the latest national crop report. The USDA reports 67% of corn is rated good to excellent, down 2% from last year. Soybeans are tracking at 66% good to excellent. While those numbers look solid nationwide, growing conditions vary widely by region, with some areas dealing with drought stress and others facing too much rain.
Markets
Livestock futures climbed Monday at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. August live cattle gained $1.55 to close at $240.60. October contracts rose $1.90 to $232.32. Feeder cattle showed even stronger gains, with August contracts jumping $3.12 to $351.55.
At local cash markets, corn at Laurel Grain Company in Laurel, Delaware is bringing $4.87 a bushel for July delivery. Soybeans there are $11.37 for November.
Forecast
Sunny skies are expected today with a high near 69°F and northeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Tonight stays mostly clear with a low around 58°F. Wednesday brings more sunshine, warming to 74°F. No rain is in the forecast through the week, with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s by Friday.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, June 2, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
