NCC and NCGA Welcome EPA Action on DEF Systems

By Cotton Grower Staff|August 24, 2025

The National Cotton Council (NCC) and National Cotton Ginners Association (NCGA) welcome the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new guidance regarding Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems, as announced by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.

“We appreciate the EPA and the entire administration for addressing the issues of and providing support to small businesses and farmers,” said NCC Chairman Patrick Johnson, in a statement issued Aug. 13. “This common-sense fix for DEF systems means more productivity in the field and less worry about unexpected breakdowns. The actions taken by EPA to protect diesel equipment operators from sudden speed and power losses caused by DEF systems will certainly benefit the cotton industry.”

This guidance aligns with the NCC’s long-standing advocacy for practical solutions that support both environmental stewardship and the economic viability of U.S. agriculture.

Information from the National Cotton Council