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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sarah Raza and Mae Anderson

Trump's executive order on dyed diesel will offer little relief, farmers and truckers say

Trump Diesel - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

Farmers, truckers and economists say a move to cut taxes on diesel will provide little relief from record-high fuel prices that have soared since the U.S. attacked Iran months ago.

Industry groups said they appreciate President Donald Trump’s executive order expanding the use of a diesel now reserved for off-road work, but farmers already have access to the fuel and many have already wrapped up harvest. Truckers will struggle to navigate differing state rules.

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