DELMARVA — The USDA delivered over $9 billion in financial support to farmers nationwide this week through its Farmer Bridge Assistance Program. Deputy Undersecretary Stephen Vaden says the agency processed payments in just 3 business days from completed applications. The money was directly deposited into producers’ bank accounts at a record pace.
Port Development
Baltimore’s Port of Seagirt broke ground earlier this month on a new grain transloading facility that will benefit Delmarva farmers. The 4-acre operation features 3 storage silos holding 60,000 bushels combined for corn, soybeans, and wheat exports. Frey Commodities says they will process 200 containers weekly starting this August, with yearly capacity reaching 275,000 metric tons. The new setup lets farmers deliver directly to the terminal instead of loading containers off-site.
Markets
Friday’s grain futures were mixed. May corn gained $0.0025 to $4.4875/bu. May soybeans climbed $0.035 to $11.6725/bu. May wheat fell $0.0725 to $5.9125/bu. Locally, Laurel Grain Company in Laurel, Delaware is offering $4.99/bu for May corn and $11.28/bu for May beans.
Forecast
Partly sunny conditions are expected this evening with highs near 64°F. Tonight brings areas of fog with a slight chance of showers and lows around 52°F. Sunday expects rain showers likely with highs near 59°F and breezy west winds. A coastal flood advisory is in effect tonight through 2 a.m. Sunday for low-lying areas near tidal waterways.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Evening Edition, April 18, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
