Energy
President Donald Trump says Russia will supply millions of tons of diesel fuel to global markets in a deal he expects to lower prices for farmers, ranchers, and truckers.
Harvest is moving quickly as growers contend with higher fuel costs and uneven yields.
Weakening wells could put costly irrigation investments at risk across the southern High Plains.
The proposed extension would keep the small producer credit in place through 2029.
The order suspends penalties for highway use of dyed diesel through the end of the year.
Industry officials expect few supply issues unless widespread grain drying drives a surge in demand.
Researchers say existing methanol-capable ships could consume about 2 billion gallons of ethanol annually.
Farmers could spend thousands more on diesel despite new federal relief aimed at fuel costs.
Dairy margins are expected to tighten as feed costs rise and milk prices remain relatively steady.
USDA reported stronger year-over-year corn use for ethanol and soybean processing.