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High diesel prices hit farmers as officials push export limits

Record-high diesel costs are raising expenses for U.S. farmers as fall harvests begin, and officials are urging the Trump administration to consider temporary limits on diesel exports to lower prices.

Published Sep 20, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT | WFMZZ

U.S. farmers face record-high fuel expenses this year as the fall harvest kicks into gear. Officials are urging the Trump administration to impose a temporary ban on diesel exports, arguing it could help bring down prices.