# Trump Waiver Lets Farm Diesel Run on Streets

> Trump's executive order lets farm diesel run on public roads tax-free, but will it lower costs for farmers?
- Title: Trump Waiver Lets Farm Diesel Run on Streets · Straight Arrow
- Summary: Trump's executive order lets farm diesel run on public roads tax-free, but will it lower costs for farmers? Trump's executive order allows dyed diesel to be…
- Keywords: trump, farm diesel, dyed diesel, executive order, diesel prices, federal tax, agriculture, oil prices, refineries, peterborough, news, politics
- Source: Straight Arrow — https://san.com/cc/farm-diesel-goes-street-legal-but-can-trumps-waiver-solve-soaring-costs
- Published: 2026-10-06T19:51:04+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: trump, farm diesel, dyed diesel, executive order, diesel prices, federal tax, agriculture, oil prices, refineries, peterborough, news, politics
## Trump's Executive Order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order allowing off-road diesel to be used on American highways tax-free.
## Dyed Diesel Rules
The red-dyed diesel, typically used in construction and agriculture, avoids federal taxes and helps law enforcement identify vehicles.
## Diesel Price Surge
Diesel prices hit $6.50 per gallon in September, driven by higher oil prices and refinery capacity shortages.
## Farmers' Reaction
Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said every cent per gallon matters for grain trucks and cattle hauling.
## Expert Caution
Kansas State University professor Gregory Ibendahl said the policy won't help typical farmers much, as they spend more on fertilizer and machinery.
## State Rules Vary
About 10 states eased dyed diesel rules, but a patchwork of rules means trucking faces fines across state lines.
## Price Outlook
Most oil executives expect market instability to last beyond spring 2027, with diesel prices staying high for years.
## Key takeaway

Trump's executive order allows dyed diesel to be used on public roads tax-free, but experts say it won't significantly help typical farmers with fuel costs.