Map of Trump Approval Rating in Biggest Farming States as Diesel Costs Soar
Summary
President Donald Trump’s approval rating is low in major farming states as diesel prices have recently increased sharply. Higher diesel costs affect farmers because diesel powers their machines and transportation, raising their expenses ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.Key Facts
- Diesel prices reached over $6.30 per gallon, a record high.
- Farmers use diesel for tractors, harvesters, irrigation pumps, trucks, trains, and ships.
- Rising diesel prices increase costs for farm operations and transporting goods.
- Trump’s approval rating is negative in most big farming states except Kansas.
- The 10 largest farm states by revenue include California, Iowa, Texas, Nebraska, Minnesota, Illinois, Kansas, North Carolina, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
- Trump’s national approval rating in the latest poll is 34% approval and 60% disapproval.
- Farmers are concerned about the financial strain from higher fuel costs, which could influence their political support.
- The fuel price surge comes from disruptions in oil shipments related to the U.S. war in Iran.
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