US diesel prices at record $6: American farmers feel the heat as harvest season begins

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What happened

With diesel prices hitting unprecedented levels, US farmers are grappling with steep fuel expenses that have doubled.

This dramatic rise is disrupting essential operations for corn and soybean harvests, jeopardizing profitability and financial health.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Sat, 12 Sep 2026 02:29:11 UTC.

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