Illinois tops nation in rising planting diesel costs

U.S. farmers paid $1.4 billion more for planting diesel costs in 2026, a 63.2% jump from 2025. Illinois posted the largest increase, with Florida leading by percentage.

U.S. farmers paid $1.4 billion more for planting diesel costs in 2026, a 63.2% jump from 2025. Illinois posted the largest increase, with Florida leading by percentage.