Iowa Farm Bureau Applauds EPA for Addressing DEF Concerns - Brownfield Ag News

Iowa Farm Bureau applauds EPA for addressing DEF concerns - Brownfield Ag News

The president of Iowa Farm Bureau is encouraged by EPA action to address farmer concerns with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems. Brent Johnson, who farms in Calhoun County, says more details need to be known. “We’re still learning (about) what exactly they’re talking about. But the fact that the EPA is leaning into those opportunities […] The post Iowa Farm Bureau applauds EPA for addressing DEF concerns appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

EPA announces diesel exhaust fluid fix for truckers, farmers - Farm and Dairy

SALEM, Ohio — The Environmental Protection Agency issued new guidance Aug. 14 to address problems with diesel exhaust fluid systems that can cause newer model heavy-duty vehicles to suddenly lose power or slow down, relieving a headache for farmers, truckers and other diesel equipment operators. Starting in 2027, manufacturers will be expected to produce engines that implement a gradual reduction of power to the vehicle when they run low on DEF,…