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Why Trump just loosened the rules on 'dyed diesel' — normally a farm fuel

Oct 7, 2026 · Willa Rubin

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Why Trump just loosened the rules on 'dyed diesel' — normally a farm fuel
In this aerial view, Dan Duffy uses a tractor to plant soybeans on land he farms with his brother on April 28, 2025 near Dwight, Illinois.
In this aerial view, Dan Duffy uses a tractor to plant soybeans on land he farms with his brother on April 28, 2025 near Dwight, Illinois.

Trump is temporarily allowing this fuel to be used on highways, although it's typically just for off-road farm and construction vehicles. Could that lower the price of diesel?

(Image credit: Scott Olson)

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