Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency, Eases Diesel Rules For Farmers

What happened: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of energy emergency on Oct. 12, citing global oil market disruptions from the war in Iran and a sharp rise in Michigan gasoline prices. The order lets certain farm and logging vehicles use dyed diesel on public roads. Key numbers: U.S. Why it matters: The IEA said global diesel markets could stay tight well into next year, with high prices driving inflation and hurting economic growth. Whitmer said farmers and loggers face record diesel prices and slim margins, with some costs passed to consumers.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of energy emergency on Oct. 12, citing global oil market disruptions from the war in Iran and a sharp rise in Michigan gasoline prices. The order lets certain farm and logging vehicles use dyed diesel on public roads.

The IEA said global diesel markets could stay tight well into next year, with high prices driving inflation and hurting economic growth. Whitmer said farmers and loggers face record diesel prices and slim margins, with some costs passed to consumers.