DELMARVA — Rain wound down across Delmarva Friday evening after a soggy day, but growers received needed moisture as the region wraps up a wet March. Most of the peninsula saw 0.25 to 0.5 inches of precipitation, topping off soil moisture ahead of what appears to be a dry stretch next week. The conditions are […]
DELMARVA — Rain wound down across Delmarva Friday evening after a soggy day, but growers received needed moisture as the region wraps up a wet March. Most of the peninsula saw 0.25 to 0.5 inches of precipitation, topping off soil moisture ahead of what appears to be a dry stretch next week. The conditions are welcome news for those planning field preparation once ground conditions firm up.
Markets
Corn futures closed mixed Friday with May corn up $0.03 at $4.72/bushel. Soybeans showed strength with May contracts gaining $0.08 to close at $10.95. Wheat futures were down, with May wheat off $0.05 at $5.18/bushel. Locally, cash corn is moving at $4.65 in Georgetown, and soybeans are bringing $10.80 at elevators around Salisbury.
Forecast
Rain is expected to taper off Friday evening with temperatures dropping to 31°F tonight under mostly cloudy skies. North winds will stay light at 5-10 mph. Saturday brings a turnaround with sunny skies and highs reaching 48°F. Northwest winds will be brisk at 10-15 mph, helping to dry conditions for the weekend. Sunday looks even better with full sun and 54°F. Fields should start firming up if work is lined up for early next week.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Evening Edition, March 27, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
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