The National Farmers Union (NFU) announced on March 26 that it supports the Environmental Protection Agency’s emergency fuel waiver, which allows the nationwide sale of E15 gasoline during the summer. NFU President Rob Larew said this move is a positive development for both family farmers and consumers.
This topic matters because expanding access to E15 can help lower fuel costs and create more stable markets for agricultural products grown in the United States. The temporary nature of the current waiver means long-term certainty is still lacking for those who depend on ethanol production.
“Nationwide access to E15 is a much-needed win for family farmers and consumers alike,” Larew said. “At a time of increasing global uncertainty, E15 helps lower costs at the pump while creating reliable markets for farmers.” However, he also noted that more needs to be done: “However, this remains a temporary fix. It’s past time for Congress to deliver common-sense legislation that allows for the year-round, nationwide sale of E15.”
The National Farmers Union works to support initiatives that improve quality of life and economic opportunities in rural regions according to its official website. The organization represents over 220,000 family farmers and ranchers through 24 state and regional divisions according to its official website. Its mission includes advocating through education and cooperative efforts aimed at strengthening rural communities according to its official website.
NFU operates with a grassroots democratic structure where policies originate locally before becoming national priorities according to its official website. The group has also played a role in developing national organic standards intended to promote sustainable farming methods according to its official website.
Looking ahead, NFU continues supporting family farmers by promoting education, advocacy, and cooperative initiatives designed to strengthen rural areas while advancing fair market policies and conservation programs across its large network nationwide according to its official website.
