
Landry's Emergency Order Eases Diesel Rules for Louisiana Harvest
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency on September 23, 2026, in response to record-high diesel prices reaching $6.03 per gallon. The executive order suspends penalties for using untaxed, dyed off-road fuel in highway vehicles for agricultural and timber operations through October 22. This move aims to provide immediate relief to farmers and loggers during peak harvest season, with the American Sugar Cane League estimating potential savings of over $8 million for sugarcane growers.









