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Record Diesel Prices Squeeze Harvest Operations in Western New York

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

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Fall harvest season is underway across Western New York. Record-high diesel prices are reportedly squeezing operations in the region, including Livingston County. The national average for diesel reached $6.53 on Tuesday, up from $3.69 per gallon one year ago. The price hikes are linked to the ongoing Russian war on Ukraine and the U.S. war on Iran, which have reportedly halted oil flow to the global market.

From 13wham.com

Why it matters

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For agricultural operations in the area, the high costs are significant. One farm owner stated that the operation cannot simply stop due to the harvest schedule. The cost of inputs, including diesel, is reportedly rising sharply, with some farms using between $15,000 and $20,000 worth of diesel per week during the harvest.

From 13wham.com

Who's involved

  • New YorkState where the agricultural activity is taking place.
  • Livingston CountyCounty in New York where the affected farms are located.
  • DieselThe commodity whose price is at record highs and drives operational costs.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • New YorkSpeculative

    The agricultural sector in New York may face increased operational costs due to fuel prices.

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