National Sorghum Producers Welcomes Emergency Diesel Fuel Tax Relief
WASHINGTON (Sept. 28, 2026) — National Sorghum Producers welcomes President Donald Trump’s executive order directing temporary relief for the on-road use of dyed diesel, including deferral of applicable federal fuel taxes and relief from penalties through December 31, 2026. NSP urges the administration and Congress to work toward eliminating the deferred tax obligations so farmers receive lasting savings.
“Every dollar matters as sorghum farmers bring in this year’s crop and haul it to market,” said NSP Chairman Garrett Love, a sorghum farmer from Montezuma, Kansas. “We thank President Trump and his administration for recognizing the pressure high diesel costs place on our operations and taking action during harvest. This is a welcome step to help farmers manage transportation expenses at a critical time, and we encourage the administration to ensure this relief delivers savings farmers can keep.”
NSP encourages Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service to provide prompt, clear guidance on eligibility, recordkeeping and tax obligations. That guidance should also protect farmers from penalties associated with dyed diesel remaining in vehicle fuel tanks after the temporary relief expires.
NSP will continue working with federal and state officials to support implementation and help growers understand the requirements. Farmers should retain records of dyed diesel purchased and used for on-road transportation during the relief period, as deferred federal taxes could become payable unless further action eliminates those obligations.
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National Sorghum Producers represents U.S. sorghum producers and serves as the voice of the sorghum industry coast to coast through legislative and regulatory representation and education. To learn more about NSP, visit www.sorghumgrowers.com.