Diesel prices in Canada hitting a record high this harvest
Diesel prices in Canada have reached record highs, exceeding $2.50 per litre during the critical harvest season. Experts warn that these costs will likely increase the price of groceries and household goods due to the reliance on diesel for transportation.
Why it matters
Rising fuel costs directly impact inflation and the cost of living for the general public.
This story was first published on RealAgriculture.com on Sept. 14, 2026.
The average price of diesel at the pump in Canada has hit an all-time record high, according to the head of petroleum analysis for the GasBuddy fuel-pricing platform.
The Canadian national average surpassed $2.50 per litre as of Sept. 13 — its highest level on record, says Patrick De Haan.
U.S. diesel prices have also reached record highs over the last two weeks, exceeding US$5.85 per gallon and topping the previous record set in June 2022. That figure is about US$2 per gallon higher than a year ago.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in