Event Brief
Sep 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Diesel price spike strains LA-area supply chains
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Record-high diesel prices are squeezing California’s economy, raising fuel and operating costs for farmers, trucking fleets, and supply chains. AAA reports the national average at $5.85 per gallon and California’s at about $7.71, amid supply chain disruptions tied to the U.S. conflict with Iran.
WHO: Farm owner Jay Mahil and Central Valley growers; trucking fleets and supply-chain operators; AAA motor club
WHAT: Diesel fuel reaches record-high prices, increasing operational costs across California’s agriculture and logistics sectors.
WHEN: Reported Sep 4, 2026 at 5:56 PM ET
WHERE: California
WHY: Ongoing supply chain disruptions stemming from the U.S. conflict with Iran are driving diesel price increases.
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