Soaring diesel prices take their toll on US farmers in midwest corn belt
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Farming category. Published on October 3, 2026 • Originally reported by Stephen Starr in Dayton, Ohio. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Farming category. Published on October 3, 2026 • Originally reported by Stephen Starr in Dayton, Ohio. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
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Joe Hamilton farms corn and soybeans on 2,500 acres in Indiana’s Delaware county. Next week, when his soybean harvest kicks off, four tractors, two combine harvesters and five semi-trucks will roar to life.
And with that, a record bill for about 9,000 gallons of diesel awaits him.
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