DELMARVA — Maryland agriculture officials have confirmed a second H5 avian influenza outbreak at a commercial broiler operation in Caroline County. The Maryland Department of Agriculture says lab results show a presumptive positive for the highly pathogenic strain at the facility. This marks the 2nd HPAI case at a Caroline County commercial operation during the […]
DELMARVA — Maryland agriculture officials have confirmed a second H5 avian influenza outbreak at a commercial broiler operation in Caroline County. The Maryland Department of Agriculture says lab results show a presumptive positive for the highly pathogenic strain at the facility. This marks the 2nd HPAI case at a Caroline County commercial operation during the current outbreak period. Growers should remain vigilant with biosecurity protocols and report any unusual bird mortality immediately.
Markets
Corn futures are trading higher this morning on a weaker dollar and technical buying. March corn is up 6 cents at $5.92 per bushel. Soybeans are also gaining ground with March contracts up 11 cents at $12.47. Wheat futures show March up 8 cents at $6.23. Local Delmarva markets have #2 yellow corn bid at $5.80, and soybeans at $12.35.
Forecast
Light rain is likely this morning turning to a chance of light snow this afternoon. Highs will be near 43° with light north winds. Tonight stays mostly cloudy with lows dropping to 25°. Friday brings partly sunny skies with highs back to 43°.
This article is based on the Delmarva Farm Report Update Morning Edition, February 26, 2026. Hosted by Tom Bradley.
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