ARA Applauds EPA Action to Address DEF System Issues & RVO Ahead of Planting Season
Mar 27 2026
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) today welcomed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) action to address diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system failures, calling it a timely step to support farmers and agricultural retailers as spring planting gets underway.
DEF system malfunctions have caused costly equipment downtime and operational disruptions across agriculture. EPA’s action to remove the problematic sensor requirement will help keep equipment running and reduce unnecessary delays in the field.
“America’s agricultural retailers and growers continue to face high fuel costs and tight margins,” said ARA President & CEO Daren Coppock. “This commonsense relief will help them stay productive and profitable at a critical time of year.”
ARA emphasized that the timing of the announcement is especially important as farmers prepare for and begin spring planting. ARA’s Board of Directors recently ratified this issue as a policy priority for 2026.
“We thank President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin for their leadership and for listening to the needs of rural America,” Coppock added. “This action will make a real difference for farmers and the retailers who support them. ARA further commends the Administration on their new RVO rule, which is another win for American agriculture.”
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