Landry Declares Fuel Emergency, Waives Dyed Diesel Rules

Gov. Jeff Landry has declared a state of emergency over Louisiana’s diesel fuel shortage

Gov. Jeff Landry has declared a statewide emergency over Louisiana’s diesel shortage, giving farmers and timber harvesters a way to stretch the fuel they already have at the height of harvest. The executive order, signed September 22 and effective September 23, temporarily waives state penalties for putting “dyed diesel”—untaxed off-road fuel meant for tractors, skidders […]

‘It’s a cushion;’ Acadiana farmer reacts to executive order targeting diesel prices

Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order allowing farmers to use dyed diesel to fuel on-road vehicles. The order went into effect today.

Louisiana farmers can now use dyed diesel after emergency declaration as prices soar

An executive order from Gov. Landry is aiming to help farmers and timber harvesters during harvest season in Louisiana.

Landry declares fuel emergency, waives dyed diesel rules

(The Center Square) – Louisiana farmers and timber harvesters can temporarily use dyed off-road diesel in certain highway vehicles under a state of emergency declared by Gov. Jeff Landry as diesel prices remain near a record high during harvest season.

Landry Declares Diesel Fuel Emergency in Effort to Aid Louisiana Farmers

Gov. Jeff Landry declared a 30-day state of emergency over record diesel prices, suspending fuel rules for Louisiana farmers and loggers during harvest season. Continue reading…