Delaware’s statewide drought watch is putting pressure on homeowners, growers and businesses.

As dry conditions persist across Delaware, farmers say the lack of rainfall is beginning to affect crops, pastures and livestock feed supplies across the region.

Rising gas prices topping $4 a gallon are impacting tour operators, food truck owners and everyday drivers alike.

A sharp rise in fuel prices linked to the ongoing war with Iran is straining American farmers, who said soaring diesel costs are cutting into already thin margins as the planting season begins.

Farmers across Sussex County are still cleaning up after last week’s blizzard, and the damage goes beyond snow-covered fields. 

After weeks of snow-covered fields and freezing temperatures, a recent warm spell is giving gardeners and farmers a small taste of spring.

Power crews have restored electricity to 40,000 homes since the winter storm began Sunday, with 20,000 of those homes coming back online overnight, according to an update from the utility at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Delaware farmers experienced snow, a coastal storm, and extreme winds in consecutive weekends bringing unique challenges to those who have critters of all kinds. 

As temperatures drop across Delaware, farmers say protecting livestock from prolonged exposure to extreme cold is critical to keeping animals healthy and safe.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market is offering scholarships for Delmarva farmers to attend 2026 sustainable agriculture conferences.